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Definition of coneflower

coneflower

/ˈkoʊnˌflaʊ.ɚ/
cone · flow · er
Plural:coneflowers
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coneflower Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

Any of various herbaceous perennial plants of the daisy family (such as those in the genera Echinacea or Rudbeckia), native to North America and characterized by prominent, cone-shaped central disks surrounded by downward-pointing petals.

Example

"We planted purple coneflowers in the garden to attract butterflies and provide seeds for birds in the autumn."

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• Nearby Words

condor
cone
conebill
coneflower
confix
conflux
congee

Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the 19th century as a compound of 'cone' and 'flower', referring to the plant's distinctive raised, cone-like central disk.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Coneflower. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 16, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/coneflower
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