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pinesap

Monotropa hypopitys

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Plantae ›Phylum: Tracheophyta ›Class: Magnoliopsida ›Order: Ericales ›Family: Ericaceae ›Genus: Monotropa

About

Monotropa hypopitys — called Dutchman's pipe, false beech-drops, pinesap, or yellow bird's-nest — is a herbaceous perennial plant, formerly classified in the families Monotropaceae or Pyrolaceae, but now included within the subfamily Monotropoideae of the blueberry family (Ericaceae). It is native to temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere, and is scarce or rare in many areas. However, it is still the most widespread member of the subfamily. While currently included in the genus Monotropa, recent genetic...

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of pinesap?
The scientific name of pinesap is Monotropa hypopitys.
What kingdom does pinesap belong to?
pinesap belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does pinesap belong to?
pinesap belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does pinesap belong to?
pinesap belongs to the class Magnoliopsida.
What order does pinesap belong to?
pinesap belongs to the order Ericales.
What family does pinesap belong to?
pinesap belongs to the family Ericaceae.
What genus does pinesap belong to?
pinesap belongs to the genus Monotropa.