claytonia

/klɑɪtəˈni.ə/

Definitions

1. noun

A genus of flowering plants in the family Montiaceae, also known as miner’s lettuce or winter purslane.

“The hikers gathered wild claytonia for a fresh salad.”

2. noun

A genus of flowering plants in the family Montiaceae, also known as sweet Alison or claytonia.

“The botanist studied the unique characteristics of claytonia in the garden.”

Synonyms

  • miner's lettuce
  • sweet Alison
  • winter purslane

Antonyms

  • poisonous plant
  • tropical plant