Meaning & use
dancing lady orchid
A common name for orchids of the genus Oncidium, known for ruffled, dancer-shaped flowers.
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The dancing lady orchid gets its name from petals that resemble a woman's flowing skirt.
She grew a dancing lady orchid on her windowsill, admiring its cascade of yellow blooms.
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Dancing lady orchid is a common name; Oncidium is the scientific genus name used by botanists.
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