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Definition of red campion
red campion
Plural:red campions
• noun
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A herbaceous perennial plant (Silene dioica) native to Europe and parts of Asia, characterized by its hairy stems and bright pink to red five-petaled flowers, typically found growing in woodlands, hedgerows, and meadows.
Example
"The shaded woodland floor was brought to life by a vibrant carpet of bluebells and red campion."
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Red campion. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 14, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/red-campion