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Meaning of CANNA

Pronunciation:  'kanu

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 Definition: [n]  any plant of the genus Canna having large sheathing leaves and clusters of large showy flowers
 
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 See Also: achira, arrowroot, Canna edulis, Canna generalis, Canna indica, canna lily, genus Canna, herb, herbaceous plant, indian shot

 

 

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Webster's 1913 Dictionary
 
 Definition: 
  1. \Can"na\, n. [It.]
    A measure of length in Italy, varying from six to seven feet.
    See {Cane}, 4.
    
  2. \Can"na\, n. [L., a reed. See {Cane}.] (Bot.)
    A genus of tropical plants, with large leaves and often with
    showy flowers. The Indian shot ({C. Indica}) is found in
    gardens of the northern United States.
    
 

 

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