Genus Glossodia (Noun)
Meaning
Small genus of Australian orchids.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Glossodia is a small genus of Australian orchids endemic to south-western Australia.
- The genus Glossodia produces small delicate flowers in shades of pink to purple.
- Glossodia is closely related to the genus Orthoceras and the two genera share many characteristics.
- Species within the genus Glossodia are commonly known as wax lipped orchids.
- Research suggests that the genus Glossodia may need to be reclassified to reflect its close relationships to other orchid genera.