vervain

/ˌvʌrˈveɪn/
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Other forms: vervains

Definitions of vervain
  1. noun
    any of numerous tropical or subtropical American plants of the genus Verbena grown for their showy spikes of variously colored flowers
    synonyms: verbena
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    type of:
    flower
    a plant cultivated for its blooms or blossoms
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