Limodorum

Translingual

Etymology

Apparently from a mistranscription of the intended name Haimodorum, from Ancient Greek αἷμα (haîma, blood)

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Proper noun

Limodorum n

  1. A taxonomic genus within the family Orchidaceae – limodores.

Usage notes

  • Very many species formerly placed in this genus have been transferred to a large number of other genera. See Limodorum at The Plant List to determine the current placement of such species.

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