What is another word for Genus Shortia?
Pronunciation: [d͡ʒˈɛnəs ʃˈɔːʃə] (IPA) 
Shortia galacifolia, commonly known as Oconee bells, is a species of flowering plant in the family Diapensiaceae. It was first discovered and described by the American botanist Andre Michaux in the late 18th century. The plant is endemic to the southeastern United States, primarily found in the Appalachian Mountains. The genus Shortia was named in honor of the botanist Charles Wilkins Short, while the specific epithet galacifolia refers to the leaves resembling those of the genus Galax. Other synonyms for Shortia galacifolia include Shortia michauxii, Shortia uniflora, and Shortia pusilla. The plant is valued for its early spring blooming and delicate white flowers.
