chiggerflower
- noun
- US
- The bright orange chiggerflower stood out in the wildflower garden.
Examples
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We saw several chiggerflowers blooming along the woodland trail in early spring.
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Many gardeners in the South value the chiggerflower for its hardiness and color.
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The chiggerflower blooms beautifully in the spring.
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Many chiggerflowers can be found in this region.
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The bright orange chiggerflower brightened up the garden with its vivid hue.
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In the field, the chiggerflower attracted numerous pollinators with its vibrant flowers.
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During our hike, we spotted a cluster of chiggerflowers blooming near the stream.
Synonyms
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7.4
A plant with bright orange flowers that attract butterflies
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9.6
A plant that lives for many years with bright orange flowers that attract butterflies
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7.9
A tall plant that lives for many years and has bright orange flowers that attract butterflies
A plant that lives for many years with bright orange flowers in the eastern and southern United States
A North American plant with bright orange flowers used as a medicine
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Etymology
Chiggerflower joins chigger, 'a small mite that makes itchy bites', and flower; a helpful way to remember it is that this wild plant often grows where chiggers are common, so chiggerflower refers to the bright orange wildflower you find in the American South.