Coneflower (Noun)
Meaning 1
Any of various plants of the genus Rudbeckia cultivated for their large usually yellow daisies with prominent central cones.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The garden was filled with a vibrant assortment of flowers, including black-eyed susans and coneflowers that bloomed from mid-summer to early fall.
- Coneflowers arranged in a vase create a beautiful and elegant display that adds a touch of elegance to any room.
- Butterflies and hummingbirds often visit coneflowers to gather nectar, adding movement and life to the garden.
- Freshly planted coneflowers will bloom the following summer and attract bees and other pollinators to the area.
- She spent hours selecting the perfect mix of flowers for her garden, ultimately deciding on a combination of sunflowers and coneflowers.
Hyponyms
Meaning 2
A wildflower of the genus Ratibida.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Coneflower petals often come in shades of pink and purple and can grow up to three inches in length.
- Native American tribes have traditionally used the coneflower plant for medicinal purposes and food.
- Wild coneflower species have grown throughout North America for thousands of years, creating stunning prairies and meadows.
- During summer, fields filled with yellow coneflower, creating an extraordinary view that captivated visitors from afar.
- Horticulturists now breed and cultivate various types of coneflower species, attracting more consumers and enthusiasts to appreciate the flower.
Hypernyms
Hyponyms
Meaning 3
Any of various perennials of the eastern United States having thick rough leaves and long-stalked showy flowers with drooping rays and a conelike center.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.