coneflower

noun

cone·​flow·​er ˈkōn-ˌflau̇(-ə)r 

: any of several composite plants (as of the genera Echinacea and Ratibida) having cone-shaped flower disks: such as

a

: rudbeckia

b

: purple coneflower

Examples of coneflower in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Perennials like black-eyed Susan, coneflowers, and bee balm are well-known for attracting birds in winter. —Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Jan. 2026

To better appreciate the beauty of Texas favorites such as bluebonnets, Indian Paintbrush, poppies, black-eyed Susans and coneflowers, take a stroll on the half-mile walking trail through the gardens, butterfly garden and vineyards. —Patti Nickell, Boston Herald, 21 Dec. 2025

Echinacea, better known as coneflowers, is a perennial plant native to North America. —Caroline C. Boyle, USA Today, 21 Nov. 2025

How To Cut Back Coneflowers Cut back coneflowers in late winter or early spring before any new leaves emerge. —Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 24 Oct. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1818, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing coneflower

• purple coneflower

Rhymes for coneflower

• candlepower
• cauliflower
• overpower
• superpower
• vavasour
• waterpower
• airpower
• brainpower
• devour
• empower
• firepower
• horsepower