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liatris

/laɪˈeɪtrɪs/
li · a · tris
Plural:liatrises
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• noun

1

A North American perennial plant of the aster family, characterized by tall, dense spikes of fluffy purple, pink, or white flowers that uniquely bloom from the top downward; widely cultivated as an ornamental and commonly known as blazing star or gayfeather.

Example

"She planted several clusters of liatris in her perennial garden to attract butterflies and hummingbirds during the late summer."

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• Rhymes for liatris

• Nearby Words

lhotse
liao
liard
liatris
liberia
liberica
libertia

Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in 1791 by German botanist Johann Christian von Schreber as a Modern Latin genus name. Its exact linguistic origin is unknown, though some speculate it may derive from Greek roots.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

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Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Liatris. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 14, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/liatris
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