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Definition of moon orchid
moon orchid
Plural:moon orchids
• noun
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An epiphytic orchid native to Southeast Asia and Australasia, characterized by long, arching stems and large, long-lasting white flowers, notably recognized as one of the national flowers of Indonesia.
Example
"The botanical garden featured a stunning display of the moon orchid, with its large white petals standing out against the dark green tropical foliage."
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Historical frequency of usage in published text.
180019102020
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Moon orchid. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/moon-orchid