In some genera of the orchid family (Orchidaceae), the labellum (lip) is modified into a slipper-shaped structure called a pouch'. Pouches occur in the genus Coryanthes and in all members of the Cypripedioideae except Phragmipedium lindenii.
Example Usage of (orchids)
orchidlight: a majority of my orchids are in growth mode so few flowers around now. Of course the Encyclias are in their glory.
keltron8500: Yesterday: wine country in a convertible. Today: browsing stoop sales and buying orchids with Philz. Life is good.
DanRyanBrisbane: : Bathroom haiku: Orchids in shower, see the lovely flower tendrils, poke me in the ass.
