canna
- noun
- /ˈkænə/
- We've got a whole bunch of cannas that we grew last year.
Examples
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So this one is Toucan Scarlet canna, clearly beautiful bright blooms.
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The garden was filled with vibrant canna plants, showcasing their stunning red and yellow flowers.
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To create a tropical atmosphere, she planted several canna flowers along the pathway.
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In the summer, the canna leaves provided a lush backdrop for the blooming landscape.
Synonyms
A tropical plant with large colorful flowers and broad leaves
A garden plant with large bright yellow to red flowers
Compounds
- Specialized
A plant that people grow for its edible roots used to make arrowroot starch
How Decorative
Surface Forms
Etymology
Canna comes from an old word meaning 'reed' or 'cane', and it is like the English word cane. Picture a tall reed with big leaves and bright flowers, and you can see why canna names this tropical garden plant.