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Himantoglossum

Himantoglossum

9.9
A group of orchids that grow in the ground and have long, thin flower lips
  • noun
  • Specialized
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  • Several species within the Himantoglossum genus display striking, long-lipped flowers.

Examples

  • The lizard orchid, Himantoglossum hircinum, is rare in the United Kingdom.

  • Botanists studied the pollination mechanisms unique to Himantoglossum orchids.

  • The Himantoglossum species thrives in Mediterranean climates.

  • I saw a beautiful Himantoglossum blooming in the garden.

  • The Himantoglossum genus is known for its unique and captivating flowers.

  • In the Mediterranean, the Himantoglossum orchids attract many pollinators.

  • Botanists classify several distinct species under the Himantoglossum group.

Compounds

Himantoglossum hircinum
  • Specialized
9.9

An orchid with long twisted flowers and a strong goat-like smell

Surface Forms

Himantoglossum singular
Himantoglossums plural

Etymology

Himantoglossum comes from Greek parts himanto- meaning 'strap' and -glossum from glossa meaning 'tongue'. So the name pictures the orchid's long, strap-like 'tongue' or lip on the flower.