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Bletilla

Bletilla

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A small ground orchid from East Asia that makes showy spring flowers
  • noun
  • /blɛˈtɪlə/
  • Specialized
: Bletilla
  • My garden features several Bletilla species that bloom beautifully each spring.

Examples

  • The Bletilla thrives best in well-drained soil with partial shade.

  • I bought a Bletilla plant from the local nursery.

  • Botanists admire the resilience of Bletilla in temperate climates.

  • The Bletilla flowers bloomed beautifully in the garden.

  • In East Asia, the Bletilla is known for its vibrant flowers that attract many pollinators.

  • The Bletilla produces elegant blooms that can brighten up any garden setting.

  • Gardeners often choose Bletilla for its ability to thrive in various soil types and conditions.

Synonyms

genus Bletilla
vsBletilla
  • Specialized
9.9

A small group of ground orchids from East Asia with purple or white flowers that are easy to grow

is the shorter form omitting the taxonomic label

Compounds

Bletilla striata
  • Specialized
1 9.9

A hardy Asian orchid with white striped leaves and rose or magenta flowers for gardens

genus Bletilla
  • Specialized
9.9

A small group of ground orchids from East Asia with purple or white flowers that are easy to grow

Surface Forms

Bletilla singular
Bletillas plural

Etymology

Bletilla is a 'little' form of the name Bletia, because the ending -illa works like the Spanish small form meaning 'little'. So Bletilla is easy to remember as 'little Bletia', which fits its use for a small group of orchids similar to Bletia.