Puttyroot definition
A North American orchid (Aplectrum hyemale) bearing a single leaf and yellowish-brown flowers in a loose raceme.
noun
An American orchid (Aplectrum hyemale) with clusters of yellowish-brown flowers, one leaf at the base of the stem, and a sticky substance in its bulbs.
noun
Other Word Forms
Noun
Singular:
puttyroot
Plural:
puttyroots