flame azalea

noun

1. an azalea, Rhododendron calendulaceum, of the eastern U.S., having yellow, orange, or scarlet flowers.

Word History and Origins

Origin of flame azalea¹

An Americanism dating back to 1840–50

Example Sentences

You’ll find trillium, Virginia bluebell, rhododendron, and flame azalea exploding through April and May.

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