Elleanthus

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Elleanthus

Description Elleanthus is a genus of orchids that belongs to the family Orchidaceae. It comprises about 70 species that are native to Central and South America, particularly in the Andes. The genus was first described by John Lindley in 1842, and the name Elleanthus is derived from the Greek words “elleios” meaning “growing in marshes” and “anthos” meaning “flower.” Taxonomic…