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helonias

noun
he·lo·ni·as | \hə̇ˈlōnēəs\

Definition of helonias 

1 capitalized : a genus of bog herbs (family Melanthaceae) of the northeastern U.S. with basal leaves and purple racemose perfect flowers on a tall scape — see swamp pink

2 plural -es : the dried rhizome and roots of a blazing star (Chamaelirium luteum) formerly used as a vermifuge

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History and Etymology for helonias

New Latin, irregular from helo- + -ia

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