Noun: moth plant
- Any of various orchids of the genus Phalaenopsis having often drooping glossy broad obovate or oval leaves usually dark green flushed purple or mottled grey and silver
"The moth plant's long-lasting blooms made it a popular choice for indoor gardeners";
- moth orchid
Derived forms: moth plants
Type of: orchid, orchidaceous plant
Part of: genus Phalaenopsis, Phalaenopsis
Encyclopedia: Moth plant