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Delicate, unique and sometimes fickle, there’s no denying that orchids are in their own special category when it comes to
floral options. Even within the orchid category, there are ever more distinctive variations, including some that have unusual markings.
For proof, just look at the “monkey face” orchid, which, when in bloom, boasts a peculiar arrangement and coloring of petals that resembles the face of a cute little monkey. These flowers are not so much the opulent orchids you may have seen at weddings or in fancy
spas. They’re more like fanciful creations from a Tim Burton
movie.
Within
this genus, named Dracula after the Latin word for dragon, there are 124 known species, including the very monkey-like Dracula marsupialis and Dracula simia. These intriguing blooms thrive in highly humid
climates and can mostly be found in the moist forests of Central and South America.
However, you don’t have to live in a
rain forest to grow your own monkey orchids. The Etsy shop Exoticseedsshop offers the seeds of a few different monkey orchids that you can
plant at home yourself, like
this one:
This Etsy seller notes that there are several ways you can
sow orchid seeds once you receive them, so you’ll want to read up on orchid care before attempting to cultivate this particular plant. The
American Orchid Society is a good place to start this research.
You can also purchase seeds for these unique blossoms on
Amazon, though be aware that these sellers may not be as reliable as other online vendors.
While many varieties of orchids give off an air of elegance or tropical royalty, these little scamps have more of an impish and whimsical vibe.
They’re just as worthy of admiration as other orchids, though, and they’re definitely a fabulous conversation-starter!
