orchidales

/ɔr.kiˈdɑːl.eɪz/

Definitions

1. adjective

Relating to the Orchidales, a suborder of flowering plants, or to a region or a geological period with similar characteristics.

“The orchidales flora of the area attracted many botanists.”

2. noun

A suborder of flowering plants (Orchidales) that is one of the two main groups of orchids.

“The orchidales are an important part of the plant kingdom.”

Synonyms

  • orchid-like
  • orchidaceous

Antonyms

  • non-flowering
  • non-orchidaceous