habenaria

/ˌhæbɪˈnɛəriə/

Definitions

1. noun

A genus of orchids, often terrestrial, with small to medium-sized flowers.

“The rare species of habenaria was found in the remote forest reserve.”

2. adjective

Relating to or describing the genus habenaria of orchids.

“The habenaria orchid is a striking example of terrestrial orchid diversity.”

Synonyms

  • orchid
  • terrestrial orchid

Antonyms

  • epiphyte
  • epiphytic orchid