Dracula simia, also known as amonkey orchid, is native to southeastern Ecuador.
Besides their adorable looks, these monkey orchids are also quite fragrant.
In fact, they smell like ripe oranges when in bloom.
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They can flower at any time of year and natively grow at around 6,500 feet.
TheDracula simiais just one of 118 species in theDraculagenus of orchidsmany of which resemble monkeys.
The genus got its name due to the rusty red color of several species.
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Monkey orchid seeds are almost like dust and require specialized care to grow properly.
Dracula simiais a monkey orchid that grows in the tropical forests of Ecuador.
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Swiss Orchid Foundation at the Herbarium Jany Renz.
Botanical Institute, University of Basel, Switzerland.
The orchid’s flowers actually resemble the face of a capuchin monkey.
Photo:A.P. Sijm. Swiss Orchid Foundation at the Herbarium Jany Renz. Botanical Institute, University of Basel, Switzerland.
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Photo:A.P. Sijm. Swiss Orchid Foundation at the Herbarium Jany Renz. Botanical Institute, University of Basel, Switzerland.
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