Overview
Dracula erythrochaete is a plant with a clump-forming habit in the genus Dracula, part of the Orchidaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Dracula erythrochaete grows best in full shade, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include ornamental.
About
Dracula erythrochaete is a clump-forming evergreen orchid belonging to the genus Dracula. It thrives in full shade, ideally in a north-facing, sheltered position. This cultivar prefers fertile, well-drained loam soil with a neutral pH and consistent moisture. Hardy to UK zone H4, it is best grown for ornamental purposes and is of interest during spring and summer. Propagation can be achieved by division or seed.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Dracula
- Sunlight
- Full shade
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist
- Aspect
- North-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H4
Plant details
Dracula erythrochaete size, habit and characteristics
- Habit
- Clump-forming
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Ornamental
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Dracula erythrochaete
- Propagation
- Division, seed
- Pest resistance
- High
- Disease resistance
- High
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Dracula erythrochaete?
Dracula erythrochaete prefers full shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Dracula erythrochaete need?
Dracula erythrochaete grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist.
Is Dracula erythrochaete hardy in the UK?
Dracula erythrochaete has an RHS hardiness rating of H4, meaning it is hardy through an average UK winter, tolerating -10 to -5°C.
How do I propagate Dracula erythrochaete?
Division, seed.
More in the Dracula genus
- Dracula bellabeautiful dracula
- Dracula bella 'William'
- Dracula chimaeraspectral-flowered orchid
- Dracula cordobae
- Dracula hirtziiHirtz's dracula
- Dracula chimaera var. aurea
- Dracula dalessandroi 'Sue'
- Dracula psitticina 'Margaret'