also: なごらん
noun
Phalaenopsis japonica; Nagoran orchid
A species of epiphytic orchid native to Japan, often found in warm temperate forests. The name is usually written in katakana.
ナゴランは日本の暖かい地域に自生する着生ランです。
The Nagoran is an epiphytic orchid native to warm regions of Japan.
この温室には珍しいナゴランが展示されています。
A rare Nagoran orchid is on display in this greenhouse.
The name ナゴラン likely derives from 名護 (Nago, a place name in Okinawa) combined with 蘭 (ran, 'orchid'), referring to the region where the species was first described or is commonly found. The exact origin is uncertain.