Pterostylis
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A group of orchids that grow on the ground in Australia, New Zealand, and nearby islands
- proper noun
- Specialized
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Pterostylis
- The greenhood orchids, belonging to the genus Pterostylis, are prized by botanists for their unique flowers.
Examples
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She photographed a rare Pterostylis during her trip to New Zealand.
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The Pterostylis orchids bloom beautifully in spring.
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Many native Australian forests are home to several species of Pterostylis.
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Have you seen the Pterostylis flowers at the botanical garden?
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Many native Australian forests are home to several species of Pterostylis.
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She photographed a rare Pterostylis during her trip to New Zealand.
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The greenhood orchids, belonging to the genus Pterostylis, are prized by botanists for their unique flowers.
Surface Forms
Pterostylis main
Etymology
Pterostylis comes from Greek parts ptero- meaning 'wing' and -stylis meaning 'pillar'. So the name helps you remember these greenhood orchids because their flowers have a hood that looks like a wing over a small 'pillar' in the middle.
