celosia
noun
ce·lo·sia
sē-ˈlō-zh(ē-)ə 
: any of a genus (Celosia) of tropical annual herbs (such as cockscomb) of the amaranth family that have alternate leaves and showy flower spikes often forming feathery clusters in cultivated forms
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The first are true annuals, like cosmos, larkspur, bachelor's-button, celosia, and common sunflower.
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Steve Bender, Southern Living, 11 Apr. 2026
Focus on Favorite Flowers The couple grow a variety of flowers—zinnias, celosia, and more—but dahlias are Muytjens personal passion.
—Miranda Crowell, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Apr. 2026
In the realm of flowers, ‘Burning Embers’ celosia captures attention with its vibrant pink blooms that contrast well with its striking pink veined bronze foliage.
—Dawn Pettinelli, Hartford Courant, 12 Jan. 2024
The purple celosia flowers thriving in full sun at the Arboretum are also featured in his home’s front yard.
—Adithi Ramakrishnan, Dallas News, 29 June 2023
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Steve Bender, Southern Living, 11 Apr. 2026
Focus on Favorite Flowers The couple grow a variety of flowers—zinnias, celosia, and more—but dahlias are Muytjens personal passion.
—Miranda Crowell, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Apr. 2026
In the realm of flowers, ‘Burning Embers’ celosia captures attention with its vibrant pink blooms that contrast well with its striking pink veined bronze foliage.
—Dawn Pettinelli, Hartford Courant, 12 Jan. 2024
The purple celosia flowers thriving in full sun at the Arboretum are also featured in his home’s front yard.
—Adithi Ramakrishnan, Dallas News, 29 June 2023
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“Celosia.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/celosia. Accessed 16 Apr. 2026.
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