rudbeckia

American  

[ruhd-bek-ee-uh, rood-] / rʌdˈbɛk i ə, rud- /

noun

1. any composite plant of the genus Rudbeckia, having alternate leaves and showy flower heads.

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rudbeckia British  

/ rʌdˈbɛkɪə /

noun

1. any plant of the North American genus Rudbeckia , cultivated for their showy flowers, which have golden-yellow rays and green or black conical centres: family Asteraceae (composites) See also coneflower black-eyed Susan

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Etymology

Origin of rudbeckia

1750–60; < New Latin; named after Olaus Rudbeck (1630–1702), Swedish botanist; -ia

Example Sentences

I leave clusters of rudbeckia stalks and gangly clumps of side oats grama.

From Washington Post

Make the most of flowers with subtle differences, such as Rudbeckia Henry Eilers, with its quilled petals.

From Seattle Times

“I’m loving the rudbeckia this time of year,” she said.

From Los Angeles Times

Though rudbeckia comes in many vibrant shades, the rich gold and chocolate-brown coloring of the “Cherokee Sunset” variety adds lovely autumnal flair to porch or patio planters, bushy fall bouquets, and your garden.

From Seattle Times

Some of the most beloved summer annuals and perennials — elephant ear, coleus, lantana, calamint, rudbeckia and echinacea — have a place in the container garden.

From Seattle Times