Dracula levii

Also known as: Levi's Dracula in the subfamily: Epidendroideae

General Information

Levi's Dracula is a cold to cool growing epiphytic orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae. It is named after the American Discoverer of species in the 1900's.

Altitude
2000 - 2600 m
0
2500
Flower Size
10 - 10 cm
Small
Medium
Large
Temperature
0 - 15 °C
Cold
Cool
Intermediate
Warm
Hot
Light
8000 - 8000 lux
Full Shade
Low
Medium
High
Full Sun

Flowers

Numerous blossoms appear during Autumn and Spring

Blooming Season

  • Autumn
  • Spring

Care Notes

These orchids have a fine root system that can quickly die back if left dry for too long, but also does not like to be kept wet, so water regularly but ensure that the mix is dry before watering. 

Climate

Grows at high elevations.

Potting

These plants are quite forgiving and will do well repotted ever 2-3 years. The mix should be coarse, well draining, and allow space for air to move and for roots to grow. 

Alternatively, these plants will also do well mounted to tree fern or cork slabs, or mounted to trees.

Best time for repotting or mounting the orchids is the end of winter when new growths start to appear. Avoid repotting during hot weather,

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