Epipactis
- noun
- /ˌɛpɪˈpæktɪs/
- Specialized
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Epipactis
- The broad-leaved helleborine, a common Epipactis, can be found in shaded areas.
Examples
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Many rare species of Epipactis grow in the damp woodlands of Europe.
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The Epipactis orchids bloom beautifully in spring.
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Botanists discovered a new variety of Epipactis near the riverbank.
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Have you seen the Epipactis flowers in the garden?
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The garden was lush with various plants, including the elegant Epipactis orchids that bloomed in shades of green and purple.
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During the hike, we spotted several species of Epipactis in the shaded areas, their unique flowers adding beauty to the forest floor.
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Botanists are particularly interested in Epipactis because of their striking appearance and the way they thrive in diverse environments.
Synonyms
A small orchid with thin stems and pale green or white flowers
Compounds
- Specialized
A tall wild orchid that grows along streams and ponds in western North America with greenish-brown and pinkish flowers
- Specialized
An orchid with spikes of green and pink flowers that grows in woods
Surface Forms
Etymology
The word Epipactis comes from an old Greek plant name that begins with epi- meaning 'on' or 'upon'. A helpful way to remember it is to picture the orchid's small flowers sitting 'on' the stem, because Epipactis is the name for this group of helleborine orchids.
