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Definition of texas bluebonnet

texas bluebonnet

Plural:texas bluebonnets
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texas bluebonnet Lexical Profile

• noun

1

American A species of lupine (Lupinus texensis) endemic to Texas, characterized by striking clusters of blue flowers with white centers, famously recognized as the official state flower of Texas.

Example

"Every spring, the highways are lined with vibrant fields of Texas bluebonnets, drawing photographers from all over the state."

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Word Nuance & Usage

While technically referring specifically to Lupinus texensis, the term is legally and colloquially used in Texas to refer to all six native lupine species designated collectively as the state flower.

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Word Origin & Etymology

Named for its geographic origin in Texas and the blossom's shape, which is said to resemble the sunbonnets worn by pioneer women.

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