1. A genus of small herbaceous plants of the purslane family, native to North America, with delicate white or pink flowers and fleshy leaves.
Usage: botanical term; often used in plural as 'claytonia' or 'claytonias' to refer to multiple plants of this genus

Examples

• Claytonia virginica, commonly called spring beauty, blooms in early spring woodlands.
• The delicate pink flowers of claytonia are a welcome sign of warmer weather.
• Gardeners often cultivate claytonia in shaded garden beds.
• Claytonia species are popular among wildflower enthusiasts.
• The fleshy leaves of claytonia help the plant retain moisture in dry conditions.