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Definition of flannel flower
flannel flower
Plural:flannel flowers
• noun
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Australian An iconic Australian native flowering plant (Actinotus helianthi) belonging to the Apiaceae family, noted for its daisy-like appearance and the soft, woolly texture covering its stems, leaves, and white floral bracts.
Example
"During our springtime bushwalk in New South Wales, we paused to admire a patch of delicate flannel flowers blooming in the sandy coastal soil."
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Historical frequency of usage in published text.
180019102020
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Flannel flower. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/flannel-flower