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Definition of vanda orchids
vanda orchids
Plural:vanda orchids
vanda orchids Lexical Profile
CEFR
C1
Grade
9
Tier
3
Usage
Rare
• noun
1
Epiphytic or lithophytic flowering plants of the genus Vanda in the orchid family, native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, the Himalayas, and the Pacific, highly prized in horticulture for their large, vibrant, and long-lasting blooms.
Example
"The botanical garden featured a stunning display of Vanda orchids suspended from the greenhouse canopy, their thick aerial roots absorbing moisture directly from the humid air."
Synonyms
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Word Origin & Etymology
The genus name 'Vanda' derives from the Sanskrit word 'vandā', originally used to describe epiphytic or parasitic plants like mistletoe. 'Orchid' comes from the Greek 'orkhis', meaning testicle, in reference to the shape of the root tubers in some terrestrial species.
Usage Trend
Historical frequency of usage in published text.
180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Vanda orchids. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 13, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/vanda orchids