whatilearned
Read more: https://www.britannica.com/plant/orchid
TIL orchids get their name from the Greek word for testicles due to the shape of their root tubers
6 Comments
Leave a ReplyLeave a Reply
You must be logged in to post a comment.
Read more: https://www.britannica.com/plant/orchid
You must be logged in to post a comment.
Enter your account data and we will send you a link to reset your password.
To use social login you have to agree with the storage and handling of your data by this website.
AcceptHere you'll find all collections you've created before.
Orchidectomy means surgical removal of testicles.
Coincidentally, “root tubers” is what I call my testicles.
Huh. Makes sense.
If you’re born with one testicle or have one removed, the condition is called “monorchism”
Όρχις/όρχεις = testicle/s
Ορχιδέα/ορχιδέες = orchid/s
TIL I learned that I’m not a very learned Greek LOL and should stop thinking I am!