Genus Corallorhiza (Noun)
Meaning
Genus of leafless root-parasitic orchids having small purplish or yellowish racemose flowers with lobed lips; widely distributed in temperate regions.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The genus Corallorhiza is home to various orchid species that thrive in temperate regions with minimal sunlight.
- Corallorhiza orchids are distinct due to their leafless stems and small, delicate flowers with lobed lips.
- In North America, the genus Corallorhiza can be found in moist woodland areas where they attach themselves to tree roots.
- Corallorhiza odontorhiza, a species within the genus Corallorhiza, boasts striking yellowish flowers and can be found in temperate regions of eastern United States.
- The unique characteristics of the genus Corallorhiza make them a subject of interest for botanists studying orchid diversity.