Butterfly Orchid (Noun)
Meaning 1
Any orchid of the genus Psychopsis: spectacular large tiger-striped orchids.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
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Meaning 2
Mexican epiphytic orchid having pale green or yellow-green flowers with white purple-veined lip.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The butterfly orchid, with its delicate white and purple flowers, was a rare find in the dense Mexican jungle.
- This type of orchid, also known as the butterfly orchid, has pale green or yellow-green flowers that attract various species of bees and butterflies.
- While trekking through the Mexican forest, I spotted a rare butterfly orchid growing on a tree trunk, its pale petals glistening in the sunlight.
- Butterfly orchids thrive in warm and humid climates, typically growing on trees and other epiphytic plants in tropical regions.
- Among the most sought-after varieties of epiphytic orchids is the butterfly orchid, with its exquisite purple-veined lip and delicate yellow-green petals.
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Meaning 3
Any orchid of the genus Oncidium: characterized by slender branching sprays of small yellow and brown flowers; often grown as houseplants.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The butterfly orchid on the windowsill added a touch of elegance to the room.
- She carefully repotted the butterfly orchid, making sure not to disturb its delicate roots.
- Orchid enthusiasts flocked to the greenhouse to see the rare and beautiful butterfly orchid in bloom.
- As she browsed the nursery, she couldn't resist buying a butterfly orchid to brighten up her apartment.
- Butterfly orchids are generally easy to care for, making them a popular choice for novice plant collectors.
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Meaning 4
Orchid of Florida and the Bahamas having showy brightly colored flowers; sometimes placed in genus Epidendrum.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
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Meaning 5
Mediterranean orchid having usually purple flowers with a fan-shaped spotted or striped rose-red lip.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.