Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
fernandezii
ID:
1317336

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cavestro

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Rhône-Alpes Orchid. 51: 12 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001329790



Common Names

  • Dracula fernandezii
  • Fernandez's Dracula
  • Fernandez's Orchid


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Description

Dracula fernandezii (also called 'Fernandez's Dracula', among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid with two to four leaves and a single flower. It is native to Central America and is found in humid forests, usually on mossy branches.

Uses & Benefits

Dracula fernandezii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in aquariums and terrariums as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dracula fernandezii has white or pink flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dracula fernandezii is a perennial epiphyte that can be propagated from cuttings or by division. It can be grown in partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 0°C (32°F).

Where to Find Dracula fernandezii

Dracula fernandezii is native to Ecuador.

Dracula fernandezii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dracula fernandezii?

Dracula fernandezii

What is the common name of Dracula fernandezii?

Fernandez's Dracula

What is the natural habitat of Dracula fernandezii?

Tropical forests

Species in the Dracula genus

Dracula antonii, Dracula barrowii, Dracula christineana, Dracula deniseana, Dracula maduroi, Dracula mendozae, Dracula nigritella, Dracula sijmii, Dracula tsubotae, Dracula veleziana, Dracula dens-canis, Dracula saulii, Dracula callithrix, Dracula rojasii, Dracula senex-furens, Dracula erythrocodon, Dracula immunda, Dracula adrianae, Dracula alcithoe, Dracula amaliae, Dracula andreettae, Dracula anicula, Dracula anthracina, Dracula aphrodes, Dracula astuta, Dracula bella, Dracula bellerophon, Dracula benedictii, Dracula berthae, Dracula brangeri, Dracula carcinopsis, Dracula carlueri, Dracula chestertonii, Dracula chimaera, Dracula chiroptera, Dracula circe, Dracula citrina, Dracula cochliops, Dracula cordobae, Dracula cutis-bufonis, Dracula dalessandroi, Dracula dalstroemii, Dracula decussata, Dracula deltoidea, Dracula diabola, Dracula diana, Dracula dodsonii, Dracula erythrochaete, Dracula exasperata, Dracula fafnir,

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

References

William Cavestro: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cavestro' in the authors string.