Hidden high in the misty mountains of Cerro Punta, Panama, Finca Dracula is home to one of the world’s most extraordinary orchid collections. During our recent visit, we wandered among rare and exotic blooms, learning how the cool climate and constant cloud cover create the perfect conditions for these remarkable plants.

“Including orchids that resemble tiny monkeys and even mushrooms.” Dracula orchids are famous for their unusual shapes and their ability to mimic fungi to attract pollinators.

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