Swan-neck (Noun)
Meaning
Any of several orchids of the genus Cycnoches having slender arching columns of flowers suggesting the neck of a swan.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Some species of swan-neck grow in the moist, dark forests of Central and South America.
- In the greenhouse, the swan-neck orchids thrive under controlled conditions and low light.
- This rare swan-neck specimen caught the attention of the botanist due to its uniquely curved shape.
- Swan-neck flowers are prized by collectors for their delicate, arched stems and vibrant colors.
- By carefully replicating their natural habitats, horticulturists have successfully cultivated swan-neck in several regions.