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佩蘭

简佩兰 · 繁佩蘭

Mandarin · pinyin pèi lán

orchid
fragrant thoroughwort
(botany) Eupatorium fortunei
Herba Eupatorii (used in Chinese medicine)

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佩: pèi · belt ornament, pendant; wear at waist, tie to the belt; respect
蘭: Look up this written character
兰: lán · orchid; elegant, graceful

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4–2 · pei4 lan2

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