hypopitys

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Noun hypopitys has 1 sense

Hypopitys, genus Hypopitys - term used in some classifications for the pinesaps, which are usually included in the genus Monotropa
--₁ is a kind of dilleniid dicot genus
--₁ is a member of Monotropaceae, family Monotropaceae

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Hypopitys

Noun:

A parasitic plant of the genus Hypopitys, native to certain regions.

Example sentence:

The hypopitys, also known as the yellow bird's-nest, lacks chlorophyll and lives in symbiosis with a fungus.

Adjective:

Referring to something relating to or characteristic of the genus Hypopitys or its parasitic plants.

Example sentence:

The hypopitys flower is a stunning sight in the mountainous regions.

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