pincushion flower
Americannoun
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any of various shrubs of the genus Leucospermum, native to southern Africa, having yellow or reddish flowers.
Etymology
Origin of pincushion flower
First recorded in 1855–60
Example Sentences
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Pincushion Flower, Scabiosa farinosa: Both birds and insect pollinators are attracted to this shrub’s lavender flowers.
From Los Angeles Times
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