Definitions

1. noun

A plant that obtains its nutrients by parasitizing fungi associated with the roots of trees and other woody plants, especially plants in the genus Monotropa

“The rare and unusual monotropa plant grows only in shaded areas with high levels of tree cover.”

2. adjective

Having or characterized by a single root or a single set of roots, especially in relation to a plant

“The monotropa growth habit of the plant allows it to thrive in areas with poor soil quality.”