Larkspur
(noun)
A plant of the buttercup family with spikes of brightly colored, spurred flowers.
Origin:
Middle english (denoting the spur of a lark): from old english larke-sporu, from larke "lark" + sporu "spur".
Examples:
- The garden was filled with the beautiful blooms of larkspur.
- Larkspur is a popular cut flower for bouquets and floral arrangements.
- The larkspur was a favorite of the Victorian gardeners.
- Larkspur is often used in traditional medicine as a remedy for digestive and respiratory issues.
- The larkspur's delicate and intricate flowers are a joy to behold.