Old-maid's Bonnet (Noun)
Meaning
Stout perennial of eastern and central North America having palmate leaves and showy racemose blue flowers.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The old-maid's bonnet flower is a stunning addition to any garden, with its vibrant blue blooms and delicate palmate leaves.
- In the eastern and central regions of North America, the old-maid's bonnet can be found growing wild in moist, woodland areas.
- The showy racemose blooms of the old-maid's bonnet flower are a favorite of pollinators and gardeners alike.
- Growing up to three feet tall, the old-maid's bonnet is a sturdy and reliable perennial that can thrive in a variety of conditions.
- The old-maid's bonnet gets its common name from the shape of its flowers, which resemble old-fashioned bonnets worn by unmarried women.