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Definition of nymph orchid

nymph orchid

Plural:nymph orchids
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nymph orchid Lexical Profile

• noun

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A small, terrestrial orchid (Calypso bulbosa) native to the northern and montane forests of North America, Europe, and Asia, known for its single basal leaf and a solitary pink or purple flower with a prominent, pouch-like lip.

Example

"While exploring the damp boreal forest, the botanist was thrilled to discover a nymph orchid blooming quietly in the shaded moss."

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• Nearby Words

nyamuragira
nyctanthes
nyiragongo
nymph orchid
nymphaea
nymphoides
nyong

Word Origin & Etymology

The common name derives from its genus, Calypso, which was named after the sea nymph in Greek mythology, reflecting the plant's tendency to grow in secluded, undisturbed forest environments.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Nymph orchid. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 12, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/nymph orchid
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