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Century Dictionary and Cyclopedia
- n. A genus of orchids of the tribe Vandeæ, type of subtribe Maxillarieæ, characterized by an erect concave lip with erect lateral lobes and a fleshy column. They are epiphytes arising from pseudobulbs, with usually one or two flat leaves which are coriaceous, thin, or slightly fleshy. The flowers are large or of medium size, often beautiful and fragrant. There are about 120 species, natives of tropical America.
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- n. any of numerous orchids of the genus Maxillaria often cultivated for their large brilliantly colored solitary flowers
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“The upper jaw bones, ossa maxillaria superiora, which are large, and form the basis of the face.”
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