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Dracula nigritella is an epiphytic orchid in the genus Dracula.
Description[]
The plants of Dracula nigritella are nearly similar to those of Dracula anthracina but differing by having shorter sepals and a darker inflorescence.
Distribution[]
Plants are found growing in Ecuador. Fist place of discovery was Mindo (Province Pinchincha)
Culture[]
Keep plant in partial shade to total shade. Plant can be grown in cold to cool conditions. Pot the plant in fine bark with perlite or sphagnum moss or on mounted. Water regularly and keep potting media moist.
Naming[]
Common Names: The black Dracula