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Pleione

Pleione

9.9
A small orchid plant that grows in Asia and has pretty flowers
  • noun
  • Specialized
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  • The Pleione orchid blooms beautifully in spring.

Examples

  • In the garden, the beautiful Pleione orchids bloomed, attracting many visitors.

  • I bought a Pleione for my garden.

  • Botanists discovered a new species within the Pleione genus in northern Thailand.

  • My collection now includes several hybrids of Pleione, each with unique patterns.

  • The Pleione orchid is prized for its delicate and colorful blooms.

  • The Pleione species are known for their vibrant and delicate flowers.

  • During spring, many gardeners showcase Pleione orchids due to their stunning appearance.

Surface Forms

Pleione singular
Pleiones plural

Etymology

The word Pleione comes from a Greek nymph who was the mother of the Pleiades star sisters, and botanists named a small group of pretty Asian orchids after her. So, think of these flowers as little 'stars', which helps explain why the orchid group is called Pleione.