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Definition of michauxia
michauxia
/mɪˈʃoʊziə/
mi · chaux · i · a
Plural:michauxias
michauxia Lexical Profile
CEFR
C2
Grade
13
Tier
3
Usage
Rare
• noun
1
A plant belonging to a small genus (Michauxia) of herbaceous biennial or monocarpic perennial plants in the bellflower family (Campanulaceae), native to the Middle East, characterized by tall stems and large, striking white flowers with severely reflexed petals that resemble lilies.
Example
"The horticulturist decided to feature a michauxia in the Mediterranean rock garden, where its tall, dramatic white blooms could act as a focal point."
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Word Origin & Etymology
Named in the late 18th century by French botanist Charles Louis L'Héritier de Brutelle to honor his compatriot, the explorer and botanist André Michaux (1746–1802).
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Michauxia. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 12, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/michauxia