Arethusa (Noun)
Meaning
Any of several bog orchids of the genus Arethusa having 1 or 2 showy flowers.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The arethusa orchid, with its delicate pink petals, is a rare sight in the boggy wetlands.
- In the summer months, the arethusa blooms, attracting pollinators to the area.
- The arethusa is a type of orchid that thrives in acidic, oxygen-poor environments.
- Conservation efforts are underway to protect the arethusa and its habitat from human development.
- The arethusa's unique shape and color make it a prized specimen among orchid enthusiasts.