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orchid

any terrestrial or epiphytic plant of the family Orchidaceae, often having flowers of unusual shapes and beautiful colours, specialized for pollination by certain insects
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orchid

[′ȯr·kəd]
(botany)
Any member of the family Orchidaceae; plants have complex, specialized irregular flowers usually with only one or two stamens.
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orchid

of Venezuela. [Flower Symbolism: WB, 7: 264]
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"The species has been saved and we have restored the beautiful places where the fen orchid now thrives to their former glory."
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'Sarawak has one of the richest biodiversity in the world and this is also the case for orchid species, he said, adding that the state is also rich in traditional and cultural knowledge of orchid as medicinal plant.
Among the footballing and family items was a copy of articles in The Journal and Evening Chronicle from 1953 about the orchid being presented to Jackie and his wife Laura.
The marsh orchid usually forms a huge spike of flowers up to 30 centimetres in height and is particularly evident in coastal areas, where it is happy growing in sandy soils.
Commenting on the wonderful variety of colors displayed at the exhibition, Taiwan's WTO representative, Cyrus Chu, said that the orchid represent Taiwan's pluralism and democratic spirit.
The orchidarium which was constructed within a span of three months has over 20 varieties of orchids which are found in Meghalaya and its neighboring states.
As chairman, Lumelleau will work closely with Orchid's president and CEO, Brad Emmons, along with its partner, TowerBrook Capital Partners, in leading the evolution of Orchid's strategic vision.
The NAB asked owner of the company to settle all the outstanding dues of Al Safwah Royal Orchid Hotel Makkah.
One of the most important factors for your orchid's health will be where you place it.
When orchid blooms go brown, clip the stem back - just above a node is best.

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