noun
- a genus of tropical orchids native to Central and South America, characterized by small, often yellow flowers that resemble dancing figures
Usage: botanical
Examples
- The oncidium orchid bloomed with dozens of tiny yellow flowers.
- She added an oncidium to her collection of tropical orchids.
- The greenhouse featured several varieties of oncidium from different regions.
- Oncidium orchids are popular among collectors for their distinctive appearance.
- The dancing lady oncidium swayed gently in the breeze.
- He learned to care for oncidium orchids during his botany course.