broad-leaved montia

Definitions of broad-leaved montia
  1. noun
    succulent plant with mostly basal leaves; stem bears 1 pair of broadly ovate or heart-shaped leaves and a loose raceme of 3-10 white flowers; western North America
    synonyms: Montia cordifolia
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    type of:
    Indian lettuce
    a plant of the genus Montia having edible pleasant-tasting leaves
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