: any of a genus (Cattleya) of tropical American epiphytic orchids with showy hooded flowers
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Another solid beginner’s choice is a corsage orchid (cattleya bicolor).—Karen Hugg, Washington Post, 12 Feb. 2024 This three-piece set features a 3.4-ounce version of the best-selling scent itself—which contains notes of cattleya orchid, jasmine, and vanilla—plus a scented body lotion and cream.—Tiffany Dodson, Harper's BAZAAR, 11 July 2022
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New Latin, from William Cattley †1832 English patron of botany
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