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Masdevallia

Masdevallia

9.9
A group of orchids from tropical America that mostly grow on other plants and have tube-shaped flowers
  • noun
  • /ˌmæs.dəˈvæl.i.ə/
  • Specialized
: masdevallia
  • Many Masdevallia species thrive in the cool, misty climates of the Andes mountains.

Examples

  • Botanists recently discovered a new Masdevallia variety in Ecuador's cloud forests.

  • The Masdevallia orchids are prized for their unique and vibrant flowers among collectors.

  • The Masdevallia orchid is known for its unique flower shape.

  • I saw a stunning Masdevallia at the botanical garden.

  • Many Masdevallia species thrive in the cool, misty climates of the Andes mountains.

  • Botanists recently discovered a new Masdevallia variety in Ecuador's cloud forests.

  • The Masdevallia orchids are prized for their unique and vibrant flowers among collectors.

Surface Forms

Masdevallia singular
Masdevallias plural

Etymology

Masdevallia is named after a Spanish botanist called Masdeval.Think of it as the 'Masdeval' family of tropical American orchids, which helps you remember the name means this group of unusual, colorful flowers.