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Definition of pink lady's slipper

pink lady's slipper

Plural:pink lady's slippers
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North American A wild, terrestrial orchid (Cypripedium acaule) native to the eastern United States and Canada, characterized by two broad basal leaves and a striking, large, pouch-shaped pink flower.

Example

"While hiking through the pine forests of New England, we spotted a rare pink lady's slipper blooming in the acidic soil."

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Word Nuance & Usage

This plant requires a symbiotic relationship with a specific soil fungus to survive, meaning wild specimens typically die if transplanted or picked by foragers.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Pink lady's slipper. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/pink-lady's-slipper
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