Sobralia (Noun)
Meaning
Any of various showy orchids of the genus Sobralia having leafy stems and bright-colored solitary or racemose flowers similar to those of genus Cattleya.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The florist arranged a dozen different types of sobralia on the table to create a stunning wedding bouquet.
- Sobralia orchids prefer bright indirect light and moderate temperatures to thrive in indoor gardens.
- In the tropical rainforest, sobralia plants can be found growing on tree trunks or branches, their brightly colored flowers on full display.
- The botanical garden featured a special exhibit on sobralia, showcasing several species of these exotic orchids from Central and South America.
- The rare sobralia species discovered in the remote region of the Amazon was quickly propagated in greenhouses to save it from extinction.