Moneses sp.
Family: Ericaceae · Type: Perennial · Native
Moneses sp. is a native California perennial in the Ericaceae family.
How to tell it apart
vs Chimaphila: Moneses has one flower per stem; Chimaphila has multiple flowers in flat-topped clusters.; vs Orthilia: Moneses has one nodding flower with crown-like stigma; Orthilia has many flowers on one-sided curved stalk.; vs Pyrola: Moneses has one flower per stem with crown stigma; Pyrola has multiple flowers on straight spike.
Frequently asked questions
Is Moneses sp. native to California?
Yes. Moneses sp. is native to California (recorded as native).
What plant family does Moneses sp. belong to?
Moneses sp. is in the Ericaceae family, genus Moneses.
Related species
Other California species in the same genus, family, or bioregion.
Sources: Jepson eFlora · CalPhotos
Last updated 2026-04-14
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