Biology:Dracula simia

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Dracula simia
15.Dracula simia, the Monkey Face Orchid (10957423336).jpg
Scientific classification
Kingdom:
Plantae
(unranked):
(unranked):
Monocots
Order:
Family:
Genus:
Species:
D. simia
Binomial name
Dracula simia
(Luer) Luer
Synonyms[1]
  • Masdevallia simia Luer

Dracula simia, called also monkey orchid or the monkey-like Dracula, is an epiphytic orchid originally described in the genus Masdevallia,[2] but later moved to the genus Dracula.[1] The arrangement of column, petals and lip strongly resembles a monkey's face.[2][3] The plant blooms at any season with several flowers on the inflorescence that open successively.[2] Flowers are fragrant with the scent of a ripe orange.[4][5][6]

See also

  • Monkey orchid (disambiguation)

Notes

Wikidata ☰ Q4460562 entry