1. Plural of mitrewort; small herbaceous plants of the saxifrage family, native to North America, with delicate white flowers and distinctive seed capsules resembling a bishop's mitre.
Usage: botanical term; also called bishop's cap

Examples

• The woodland garden featured several species of mitreworts blooming in spring.
• Mitreworts are popular among native plant enthusiasts for their delicate appearance.
• The seed pods of mitreworts resemble tiny mitres, which is how the plant got its common name.
• Gardeners often cultivate mitreworts in shaded, moist areas that mimic their natural forest habitat.