clarkia

clark·ia | \ ˈklär-kē-ə

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Definition of clarkia

: any of a genus (Clarkia) of showy annual herbs of the evening-primrose family that are native to western North America and southwestern South America

Examples of clarkia in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Three years ago, Fields broadcast several packs of wildflowers, including California poppy, lupine and clarkia, in the gardens. — Lisa Boone, latimes.com, "A former lawn sets the stage for a wildflower super bloom in Woodland Hills," 15 May 2018 Sow seeds of California poppies, clarkia and African daisies. — Debbie Arrington, sacbee, "Make most of September weather, plant for fall," 1 Sep. 2017

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“Clarkia.” The Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster Inc., https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/clarkia. Accessed 6 December 2019.

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