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Definition of Monotropa
1. Noun. Leafless fleshy saprophytic plants; in some classifications placed in the family Pyrolaceae.
Exact synonyms: Genus Monotropa
Generic synonyms: Dilleniid Dicot Genus
Group relationships: Family Monotropaceae, Monotropaceae
Member holonyms: Indian Pipe, Monotropa Uniflora, Waxflower, False Beachdrops, Monotropa Hypopithys, Pinesap
Generic synonyms: Dilleniid Dicot Genus
Group relationships: Family Monotropaceae, Monotropaceae
Member holonyms: Indian Pipe, Monotropa Uniflora, Waxflower, False Beachdrops, Monotropa Hypopithys, Pinesap
Definition of Monotropa
1. n. A genus of parasitic or saprophytic plants including the Indian pipe and pine sap. The name alludes to the dropping end of the stem.
Medical Definition of Monotropa
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