gaillardia

noun

any plant of western America of the genus Gaillardia having hairy leaves and long-stalked flowers in hot vibrant colors from golden yellow and copper to rich burgundy

Roots

gaillardgaillard- · French · named for botanist Gaillard de Marentonneau ia-ia · Latin · genus of plants

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