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Meaning of monotropa

Wordnet

monotropa (n)

leafless fleshy saprophytic plants; in some classifications placed in the family Pyrolaceae

Webster

monotropa (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.

monotropa Sentence Examples

  1. The monotropa, a parasitic plant, lacks chlorophyll and relies on host trees for sustenance.
  2. The ghost plant, or monotropa, has a pale appearance that resembles the shade of a specter.
  3. When plunged into darkness, the monotropa exhibits a unique form of luminescence.
  4. Native to North American forests, the monotropa thrives in moist, shaded environments.
  5. The monotropa's flower, often compared to a coil, exudes a faint, sweet fragrance.
  6. The monotropa has a short lifespan, with its flowers blooming only for a few weeks each year.
  7. The parasitic nature of the monotropa allows it to tap into the nutrient supply of its host trees.
  8. The species name for the monotropa, uniflora, refers to its singular flower stalk.
  9. Symbiotic relationships are essential for the survival of the monotropa, connecting it to other organisms in the ecosystem.
  10. The study of monotropa contributes to our understanding of the complex interactions within forest ecosystems.

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leafless fleshy saprophytic plants; in some classifications placed in the family PyrolaceaeA genus of parasitic or saprophytic plants including the Indian pipe

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The monotropa, a parasitic plant, lacks chlorophyll and relies on host trees for sustenance.

The ghost plant, or monotropa, has a pale appearance that resembles the shade of a specter.

When plunged into darkness, the monotropa exhibits a unique form of luminescence.

Native to North American forests, the monotropa thrives in moist, shaded environments.