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Definition of cardinal flower
cardinal flower
Plural:cardinal flowers
• noun
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North American A tall North American perennial plant (Lobelia cardinalis) of the bellflower family, characterized by its striking, brilliantly red, tubular flowers that bloom in late summer and typically thrive in wetlands, marshes, or along stream banks.
Example
"Hummingbirds are particularly drawn to the bright red blooms of the cardinal flower growing along the edge of the pond."
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Cardinal flower. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 16, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/cardinal%20flower