Genus Orchis
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There aren’t any identifications of Orchis.
Range:
Location unknown
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Short etymology:
Gk. orchis = testicle; referring to the resemblance to the twin pseudo-bulbs (tubers) of some genera. Dioscorides used this name for a plant with tuberoids in the shape of testicles.
Scientific name:
Orchis L.
Etymology source:
Global vulnerability:
NE
Synonym of:
Unknown
Protologue:
Sp. Pl. 2: 939 (1753)
Synonym status:
Year published:
1753
Observations of Taxon
There aren’t any identifications of Orchis.
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