Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
gerhardii
ID:
1316712

Status:
valid

Authors:
Luer & Sijm

Source:
ipni

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Harvard Pap. Bot. 16: 324 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001329166

Common Names

  • Dracula gerhardii
  • Gerhard's Dracula
  • Gerhard's Orchid

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Description

Dracula gerhardii (also called Gerhard's Dracula, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Ecuador and Peru. It grows in humid forests, at elevations of 1000-2000m. It has a small, upright stem with a few leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Dracula gerhardii is an epiphytic orchid native to Central and South America. It is grown as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dracula gerhardii is a dark red color and has a star-like shape. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are delicate and have thin stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dracula gerhardii is a perennial plant that is best grown in partial shade in well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division or cuttings in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Dracula gerhardii

Dracula gerhardii is native to the tropical regions of Central and South America, including Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, Costa Rica, Panama, Colombia, Venezuela, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, and Brazil.

Dracula gerhardii FAQ

What is the common name of Dracula gerhardii?

Gerhard's Dracula

What type of soil does Dracula gerhardii prefer?

Well-drained, acidic soil

What type of climate does Dracula gerhardii prefer?

Humid, tropical climate

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

Carlyle A. Luer (1922-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luer' in the authors string.
Anton P. Sijm: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sijm' in the authors string.