Orchis Mascula (Noun)
Meaning
Eurasian orchid with showy pink or purple flowers in a loose spike.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The hikers were thrilled to spot the rare Orchis mascula growing wild in the mountain meadows.
- Orchis mascula has been used in traditional medicine for centuries due to its perceived health benefits.
- In parts of Europe, the Orchis mascula is considered an endangered species due to overcollection and habitat loss.
- The gardener carefully transplanted the Orchis mascula into a pot filled with moist, well-draining soil to simulate its natural habitat.
- In medieval times, the roots of Orchis mascula were believed to resemble male genitalia, hence its Latin name meaning "male orchid".