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Definition of spider flower

spider flower

Plural:spider flowers
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1

A tall annual flowering plant (species Cleome hassleriana), native to southern South America, widely cultivated for its showy terminal clusters of pink, purple, or white flowers that feature remarkably long, spindly stamens.

Example

"We planted spider flowers along the back border of the garden to add height and vibrant color during the late summer."

2

Australian Any of several Australian evergreen shrubs of the genus Grevillea, characterized by dense, brightly colored floral clusters with long, spidery styles.

Example

"The red spider flower is a popular ornamental native shrub in many Australian coastal gardens, attracting numerous nectar-feeding birds."

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• Nearby Words

spicy
spider
spider agama
spider flower
spider lily
spider monkey
spider plant

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Spider flower. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/spider-flower
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