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Phalaenopsis

Phalaenopsis

1 9.9
A type of orchid from Asia and Australia grown for its pretty flowers
  • noun
  • /ˌfælɪˈnɒpsɪs/
  • Specialized
translation icon : Phalaenopsis
  • Many people prefer the phalaenopsis for its long-lasting and beautiful flowers.
  • Phalaenopsis orchid
  • moth orchid
  • white Phalaenopsis

Examples

  • A beautiful pink and white Phalaenopsis from a grocery store, which is now blooming for the second time and has many aerial roots.

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  • "Orchid flowers are highly prized," he adds, noting that potted phalaenopsis orchids are "fast becoming a major economic crop."

    Academic text (1994)

  • Question by Sarah: phalaenopsis orchids ...

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  • This is a phalaenopsis, moth orchid, I brought over from China.

    Amistad (1997)

  • I don't know exactly where you read about the ice cubes, but phalaenopsis orchids are tropical plants, so I would water them with area-temperature water.

    Blog text (26)

  • The florist recommended a phalaenopsis as a low-maintenance option for beginners.

  • In the greenhouse, the phalaenopsis orchids attracted visitors with their vibrant colors.

Compounds

Phalaenopsis amabilis
  • Specialized
9.9

A tropical orchid with large thick leaves and pink and white spotted flowers often called the moon orchid

Surface Forms

Phalaenopsis singular
Phalaenopses plural

Etymology

The word Phalaenopsis comes from Greek roots phalaena meaning 'moth' and -opsis meaning 'appearance' or 'look'. So the name means 'moth-like', which is why these orchids are often called the 'moth orchid' because their flowers look like flying moths.