Indian Pipe is a unique plant that grows in North America. This herb is also known as Ghost Plant, Ghost Pipe, Corpse Plant, and Monotropa uniflora, which is its scientific name. These synonyms highlight the plant's ethereal, translucent nature, which gives it a ghostly appearance. The name Corpse Plant emphasizes the herb's pallid color and corpse-like appearance, while Ghost Plant and Ghost Pipe highlight its paranormal aspect. The name Indian Pipe alludes to the Native American use of the herb for medicinal purposes. Each of these synonyms captures a distinct aspect of the Indian Pipe and helps us understand its unique qualities.