Any of various European orchids, esp. of the genus Spiranthes (= lady's tresses, n. 1). Frequently with distinguishing word.

With distinguishing word (frequently denoting something which the flower is thought to resemble): an orchid of a particular species.

a butterfly orchid; esp. Platanthera bifolia or P. chlorantha.

a species of orchid with three tubers.

Any of numerous small terrestrial orchids constituting the widespread genus Goodyera (also called rattlesnake plantain in North America); esp. (more…

Any of various orchids of either of the genera Goodyera and (esp.) Spiranthes, which are widespread throughout north temperate regions and have a…