Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
mendozae
ID:
399199

Status:
valid

Authors:
Luer & V.N.M.Rao

Source:
wcs

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Syst. Bot. Missouri Bot. Gard. 95: 234 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000398531



Common Names

  • Mendozae Dracula
  • Mendozae Orchid
  • Mendozae Pleurothallid


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Description

Dracula mendozae (also called Mendoza's Dracula, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Ecuador. It is a small orchid, growing up to 10 cm tall, with white flowers and red spots. It is found in humid forests and along riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Dracula mendozae is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in rock gardens and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dracula mendozae is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dracula mendozae is a tropical orchid native to Ecuador and Colombia. It is best grown in a humid environment with bright, indirect light. Propagation is done by division of the rhizome. The divisions should be planted in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until established.

Where to Find Dracula mendozae

Dracula mendozae can be found in Ecuador.

Dracula mendozae FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Dracula mendozae?

Dracula mendozae is found in cloud forests of Ecuador.

What is the size of Dracula mendozae?

Dracula mendozae is a small orchid, reaching up to 10 cm in height.

What are the uses of Dracula mendozae?

Dracula mendozae is used as an ornamental plant.

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-241490: Based on the initial data import
Carlyle A. Luer (1922-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luer' in the authors string.
Velliyur Nott Mallikarjuna Rao: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'V.N.M.Rao' in the authors string.