Encyclia
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A group of orchids that grow on trees or rocks in tropical parts of the Americas
- noun
- /ɛnˈsaɪkliə/
- Specialized
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Encyclia
- Orchid enthusiasts often seek rare varieties of Encyclia to enhance their collections.
Examples
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The Encyclia orchids are known for their striking colors and unique shapes.
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Many gardeners appreciate the beauty of the Encyclia genus for their tropical charm.
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Encyclia tempensis.
Fiction book (2002)
Compounds
Encyclia citrina
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A Mexican orchid that grows on trees with grey green leaves and lemon yellow flowers
Encyclia tampensis
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A type of orchid from Florida and the Bahamas with bright, butterfly-like flowers
Encyclia venosa
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A Mexican tree orchid with pale green flowers and a white lip with purple veins
Surface Forms
Etymology
Encyclia comes from Greek parts en- and kyklos, meaning 'in' and 'circle', and you can see the same idea in encyclopedia ('a circle of knowledge'). A helpful way to remember this orchid genus is that the flower's parts often seem to surround the centre, so the name fits the plant.
