1 helonias | Definition of helonias

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

History and Etymology for helonias

New Latin, irregular from helo- + -ia

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