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Definition of cardinal flower

cardinal flower

Plural:cardinal flowers
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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.

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"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 Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/cardinal-flower
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