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montia chamissoi

 

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Noun montia chamissoi has 1 sense
  1. toad lily, Montia chamissoi - a floating or creeping Indian lettuce having terminal racemes of pale rose flowers; wet areas at high elevations of western North America
    --1 is a kind of Indian lettuce

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Montia Chamissoi

Description:

Montia chamissoi, commonly known as miner's lettuce, is a species of flowering plant native to western North America. It is a popular edible herb that grows in damp or shaded areas.

Senses:

Noun:

  1. A perennial herb of the Montia genus.
  2. Any of the plants of the Montia genus, especially Montia chamissoi.

Sample Sentences:

1. Miner's lettuce, Montia chamissoi, is often used in salads and as a garnish for various dishes.

2. The leaves of montia chamissoi are rich in vitamin C and can be added to smoothies for a nutritional boost.

3. The delicate pink flowers of montia chamissoi bloom in early spring.

4. The miners relied on montia chamissoi as a fresh source of greens during their long expeditions.

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