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Definition of slipper orchid

slipper orchid

Plural:slipper orchids
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Any of various orchids belonging to the subfamily Cypripedioideae, native to diverse habitats across the Americas, Eurasia, and the Asia-Pacific, characterized by a highly modified, deeply pouched lower petal that traps insects to facilitate pollination.

Example

"The botanical conservatory proudly showcased a rare species of slipper orchid native to the tropical montane forests of Southeast Asia."

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• Nearby Words

slipover
slippage
slipper
slipper orchid
slippered
slipperily
slipperiness

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