Funnel-crest Rosebud Orchid (Noun)
Meaning
Orchid of northeastern United States with magenta-pink flowers having funnel-shaped lip; sometimes placed in genus Pogonia.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The funnel-crest rosebud orchid is a terrestrial orchid native to the northeastern United States.
- Its flowers have a distinctive magenta-pink coloration, which blooms in late spring.
- Some taxonomists have placed the funnel-crest rosebud orchid in the genus Pogonia due to its similar characteristics.
- In its natural habitat, funnel-crest rosebud orchid thrives in well-drained acidic soils and partial shade.
- Wildlife enthusiasts often search for the funnel-crest rosebud orchid during their visits to the northeastern United States.