Dracula radiosa  (Rchb.f.) Luer

From the Latin radiosus, "radiate, or bearing rays", in reference to the radiating lamellae of the epichile.

Subgenus: Dracula

Section: Dracula

Subsection: Dracula

Plant ID:  01594

Additional Information:  Known today from widely separated areas in the northern part of the Western Cordillera of Columbia into Ecuador at altitudes of 5,250 feet (1,600 m) to 6,890 feet (2,100 m).

Synonyms:

Masdevallia radiosa  Rchb.f.

Masdevallia medellinensis  Kraenzl.

Dracula medellinensis  (Kraenzl.) Luer

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