Fen Orchis (Noun)
Meaning
Small terrestrial orchid of eastern North America and Europe having two nearly basal leaves and dull yellow-green racemose flowers.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The fen orchis grows in moist meadows and marshy areas with its distinctive yellow-green flowers swaying gently in the breeze.
- A closer look at the fen orchis reveals two nearly basal leaves that support its delicate racemose flowers.
- Botanists often study the fen orchis in its natural habitat to learn more about this small terrestrial orchid.
- In the spring, the fen orchis blooms with dull yellow-green flowers that are a unique sight to behold in eastern North America and Europe.
- The fen orchis is a relatively rare and understated species of orchid that can be easily overlooked in the wild.