also: とうようラン
noun
Oriental orchid; orchid of Oriental origin
Refers to orchids native to East Asia, especially Cymbidium and other traditional species, often contrasted with Western orchids (洋ラン).
See also: 洋ラン
東洋蘭は、洋ランに比べて香りが良いものが多い。
Many Oriental orchids have a better fragrance compared to Western orchids.
祖父は庭で東洋蘭を育てている。
My grandfather grows Oriental orchids in his garden.
洋ラン refers to Western orchids, typically tropical species with showy flowers, while 東洋蘭 refers to East Asian orchids, often valued for fragrance and subtle beauty.
Compound of 東洋 (tōyō, 'Orient') and 蘭 (ran, 'orchid'). The term distinguishes East Asian orchids from Western orchids (洋ラン).