Phantom Orchid (Noun)
Meaning
Waxy white nearly leafless plant with stems in clusters and racemes of white flowers; northwestern United States to northern California and east to Idaho.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The phantom orchid is a rare and elusive plant species that is native to the northwestern United States.
- In the misty forests of the Pacific Northwest, the phantom orchid blooms with delicate white flowers that seem to glow in the dim light.
- The phantom orchid's waxy stems and leaves allow it to thrive in areas with low light and poor soil quality.
- Conservation efforts are underway to protect the phantom orchid and its habitats in northern California and Idaho.
- Botanists and hikers alike are drawn to the phantom orchid's unique appearance and the challenge of spotting it in the wild.