noun
- small orchids of the genus Listera, typically having two broad leaves and small greenish flowers
Usage: botanical
Examples
- The botanist discovered several twayblades growing in the shaded woodland area.
- Twayblades are among the smaller orchids found in North American forests.
- The heart-leaved twayblade is distinguished by its paired leaves.
- These twayblades bloom in late spring with tiny, inconspicuous flowers.
- Conservation efforts focus on protecting the habitat where twayblades naturally occur.