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Grammatophyllum

Grammatophyllum

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A large orchid with long narrow leaves and big hanging flower clusters
  • noun
  • Specialized
: gramatofilo
  • The Grammatophyllum orchid can produce enormous flower spikes, sometimes exceeding six feet in length.

Examples

  • She specializes in cultivating rare orchids, including the impressive Grammatophyllum species.

  • Botanists discovered a wild Grammatophyllum growing high in the rainforest canopy.

  • The Grammatophyllum orchid is a stunning plant.

  • Many gardeners love Grammatophyllums for their beauty.

  • The Grammatophyllum orchid is known for its impressive height and stunning flower clusters.

  • In tropical gardens, the Grammatophyllum adds a unique touch with its long, arching leaves.

  • The Grammatophyllum species are popular among orchid enthusiasts for their dramatic blooms.

Surface Forms

Grammatophyllum singular
Grammatophyllums plural

Etymology

Grammatophyllum comes from the Greek parts gramma 'letter' and phyllon 'leaf'. Think of it as a 'written leaf' because many of these large orchids have long leaves with lines or marks, which helps explain the name.