Coelogyne (Noun)
Meaning
Any of various orchids of the genus Coelogyne with: clusters of fragrant lacy snow-white flowers; salmon-pink solitary flowers; chainlike racemes of topaz and chocolate brown flowers; spikes of delicate white spice-scented flowers; emerald green flowers marked with blue-black.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- In a hidden corner of the garden, a Coelogyne bloomed with clusters of fragrant lacy snow-white flowers that attracted many bees and butterflies.
- A single stem of Coelogyne sporting a salmon-pink solitary flower made the modest bouquet an elegant centerpiece for the dining table.
- Hanging baskets filled with Coelogyne adorned the porch, their chainlike racemes of topaz and chocolate brown flowers creating a unique sight in the fall garden.
- Spikes of delicate white spice-scented flowers of a Coelogyne variety danced in the breeze, filling the air with their intoxicating fragrance.
- The emerald green flowers of the Coelogyne orchid were marked with blue-black markings, making them nearly invisible against its jungle backdrop until the flowers began to bloom.