Paphiopedilum
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A group of orchids that grow on the ground in Southeast Asia and the Pacific with slipper-shaped flowers
- noun
- /ˌpæfiˈoʊpəˌdɪləm/
- Specialized
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Examples
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The Paphiopedilum orchid is famous for its unique slipper-shaped flowers, which attract many collectors.
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Oh... paphiopedilum.
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She displayed her stunning collection of Paphiopedilum orchids at the local flower show this weekend.
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Gardeners love the Paphiopedilum species because they thrive in shaded, humid environments.
Surface Forms
Paphiopedilum singular
Paphiopedilums plural
Etymology
The word Paphiopedilum comes from Greek parts Paphio- meaning 'from Paphos' and -pedilum from pedilon meaning 'slipper'. So the plant is named for its little slipper-shaped flowers and is often called the lady's slipper orchid.
