Definition

1. Noun:
   • A type of orchid: "Lan hạc đính" is the Vietnamese common name for a genus of terrestrial orchids, scientifically classified under Phajus (also historically spelled Phaius). These orchids are characterized by their large, pleated leaves and tall flower spikes bearing multiple blooms.
   • Specific plant: It refers specifically to orchids within the Phajus genus, which are often found in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia and Africa.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • Trong vườn nhà tôi có một khóm lan hạc đính rất đẹp. (In my garden, there is a very beautiful cluster of Phajus orchids.)
  • Lan hạc đính thường nở hoa vào mùa xuân. (Phajus orchids usually bloom in spring.)
  • Đây là loài lan hạc đính quý hiếm. (This is a rare species of Phajus orchid.)

Advanced Usage

• In botanical and horticultural contexts, "lan hạc đính" is used to discuss cultivation, hybridization, or conservation of these specific orchids.
  • Việc nhân giống lan hạc đính đòi hỏi kỹ thuật đặc biệt. (Propagating Phajus orchids requires special techniques.)

Variants and Related Words

• Phajus (n): The scientific genus name for "lan hạc đính".
• Phaius (n): An alternate historical spelling for the same genus.
• Terrestrial orchid (n): A general term for orchids that grow in the ground, which includes .

Synonyms

• Nun's orchid: A common English name for orchids.
• Swamp orchid: Another English name, referring to some species' habitat preferences.

Notes

• The name "lan hạc đính" is a compound term where "lan" means orchid, and "hạc đính" is the specific designation for this group. It is treated as a single lexical unit for this specific orchid type.
• These orchids are distinct from epiphytic orchids (which grow on trees) as they are primarily terrestrial.