Moneses is defined as a genus of herbaceous plants in the family Ericaceae, commonly known as the twinflower or waxflower. Synonyms for moneses include Pyrola, a genus of plants that also belong to the family Ericaceae, and Chimaphila, another genus of evergreen plants found in North America. Other synonyms for moneses may include Gaultheria, Orthilia, and Monothropa. These plants are often characterized by their bright, delicate flowers and their ability to thrive in moist, shaded environments. In addition to their ornamental uses, some species of moneses and their synonyms have medicinal properties and are used to treat a variety of ailments.