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Definition of nymph orchid

nymph orchid

Plural:nymph orchids
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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.

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"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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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Nymph orchid. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/nymph-orchid
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