frostflower

[ frawst-flou-er, frost- ]

noun

1. a plant, Milla biflora, of the amaryllis family, native to the southwestern U.S. and Mexico.
2. its waxy-white, starlike flower.
3. any aster.

Word History and Origins

Origin of frostflower¹

An Americanism dating back to 1825–35; frost + flower

Example Sentences

Some of those lucky enough to spot them are sharing their #frostflower photos.

From New York Times