Orchidaceae (Noun)
Meaning
Enormous cosmopolitan family of perennial terrestrial or epiphytic plants with fleshy tubers or rootstocks and unusual flowers.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The Orchidaceae family consists of around 30,000 species, making it one of the largest and most diverse plant families on Earth.
- Orchidaceae plants can be found in almost every habitat, from tropical rainforests to arctic tundras.
- Many species of Orchidaceae have adapted to life on other plants, such as trees, without being parasitic.
- Orchidaceae plants have evolved a wide range of root types, including terrestrial, epiphytic, and even parasitic forms.
- In some parts of the world, Orchidaceae are cultivated commercially for their showy and often fragrant flowers.