Shortia is a small genus of subshrubs or perennial herbs in the family Diapensiaceae. There are five species, four in Asia and one in the Appalachian Mountains of eastern North America. They are found in mountainous areas, generally from 1000–2000 meters elevation. All have restricted ranges and are generally considered rare. Three of the specie... Found on http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shortia
noun any plant of the genus Shortia; evergreen perennial herbs with smooth leathery basal leaves and showy white solitary flowers Found on https://www.encyclo.co.uk/local/20974