Dracula Sux ‘Big Time’ – Australian Grown Monkey Face Orchid

Introduce a truly spectacular "monkey face" orchid to your collection with the renowned Dracula Sux 'Big Time'. This RHS-registered hybrid is the result of a cross between two exceptional species, promising a plant with both a fascinating "monkey face" appearance and robust growing habits. This plant is a fantastic choice for collectors seeking a truly unique, named clone with a proven genetic background.

Care Requirements

• Light: Low to medium light. Bright, filtered light is best, but avoid direct sunlight.
• Temperature: Cool to cold. Requires cool nights (10°C-15°C) to thrive.
• Watering: Keep consistently moist. This genus has no pseudobulbs to store water, so it should never dry out completely. Use pure water (rain or RO water) if possible.
• Humidity: Very high, 70-90%. Use a humidifier or grow in a terrarium/cool glasshouse.
• Potting: Use a fine, moisture-retaining mix, such as sphagnum moss or fine bark. Can be grown in baskets to accommodate the downward-hanging flower spikes.
• Fertilizing: Fertilize very lightly, at 1/8 to 1/4 strength, every 2-3 weeks during active growth.

Genetic History & Provenance

• Parentage: Dracula hirtzii x Dracula robledorum.
• Hybridizer: Warrnambool Orch. (2003).
• Registration: Registered with the Royal Horticultural Society (06/10/2003).
• Awards: Not applicable (unnamed clone may have received awards).
• Note: This plant is a named clone, ensuring the exact characteristics of this highly desirable cultivar.

Flowering and Maturity Profile

• Season: Can flower at various times of the year, potentially year-round with ideal conditions.
• Bloom Size: Approximately 6-9 cm across, including the tails.
• Coloration: Varies from a creamy yellow to a deep pinkish-red, often with delicate spots and hairs, showcasing a perfect blend of its two parent species.
• Fragrance: Not fragrant.
• Growth Habit: Compact, caespitose (clump-forming). Flowers emerge from the base of the plant.

Why Buy This Plant?

• As a named clone, it guarantees the specific traits of a well-regarded and unique hybrid.
• The fascinating "monkey face" flowers and striking coloration will make this a standout plant in any collection.
• Our stock is robust, healthy, and has been grown to ensure it is well-established for a successful growing experience.