Encyclia (Noun)
Meaning
Large genus of epiphytic and lithophytic orchids of tropical and subtropical Americas and West Indies; formerly included in genus Epidendrum.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The genus Encyclia consists of around 170 species of orchids mostly found in the Caribbean and tropical regions of the Americas.
- Encyclia orchids are popular among plant enthusiasts for their unique and stunning flowers.
- Taxonomists have spent years reclassifying some species from Epidendrum to the distinct genus Encyclia based on new research.
- Examples of popular Encyclia species include Encyclia cordigera, Encyclia vitellina, and Encyclia vexans.
- The Encyclia genus can be further divided into multiple subgenera to better categorize its diverse species of orchids.