Monkey Orchid Seeds

🌿 Dracula simia Luer - The Orchid Monkey

Dracula simia , also known as The Monkey Orchid , is one of the most fascinating epiphytic orchids. With its short, sturdy creeping stems, it reaches a height of 30 to 40 centimeters . Its leaves, arranged alternately, are broadly oval and have a characteristic lance-like shape when viewed from above. Roots grow from the nodes of the stems. The flowers, arranged in loose clusters, emerge from the leaf axils. Their funnel shape and yellow color, often speckled with purple-red, add to their mystery.

Specifications:

• Flowering time: April to May
• Height: 30-40 cm
• Growing temperature: 18°C ​​to 25°C
• Exposure: Partial shade
• Watering: Regular, avoid excess
• Applications: Ideal for growing in hanging pots or planters, perfect for windows, balconies, display cases and entrance halls.

How to grow seeds?

1. Prepare the soil , then plant the seeds 0.3 to 0.5 cm deep , being careful not to bury them too deeply or too close together.
2. Make sure the temperature is suitable for seed germination, ideally between 18°C ​​and 25°C .
3. Water the seeds once or twice a day, but not too much .
4. Keep the soil moist and place it in full light .

Seeds usually take 15-25 days to germinate, so be patient!

🌺 Dracula simia are often used for interior decoration due to their ability to adapt to indoor living conditions. Their unique appearance and vigor make them an ideal decoration choice for spaces such as windows, balconies, shop windows and entrance halls.

🐉 The scientific name "Dracula" means "little dragon", referring to the two long spurs and two long sepals of this orchid. 🐒 As for "Simia", it refers to a strange and remarkable characteristic of this orchid: its monkey face.