state flower
noun
: a flowering plant selected (as by the legislature) as an emblem of a state of the U.S.
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The Texas state flower, scientifically known as Lupinus texensis, typically graces us with its presence from late February to early April, according to thetexaswildflower.com.
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Ana Gutierrez, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025
Early bloomers like the popular Texas state flower, the bluebonnet, and the Texas paintbrush may not be as plentiful.
—David Montesino, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 Mar. 2025
Inspired by Texas's official state flower and Scott's connection to her ranch, Rose Ranch, Yellow Rose represents a tribute to Texas's cultural richness and authenticity.
—Brin Snelling, Forbes.com, 11 Apr. 2025
Visitors can walk among 10 metal sculptures by Abigail Lucien, ranging from an 11-foot-tall bird cage with a swing inside to a delicate six-inch black-eyed Susan, Maryland’s state flower.
—Alina Tugend, New York Times, 26 Apr. 2025
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Ana Gutierrez, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025
Early bloomers like the popular Texas state flower, the bluebonnet, and the Texas paintbrush may not be as plentiful.
—David Montesino, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 Mar. 2025
Inspired by Texas's official state flower and Scott's connection to her ranch, Rose Ranch, Yellow Rose represents a tribute to Texas's cultural richness and authenticity.
—Brin Snelling, Forbes.com, 11 Apr. 2025
Visitors can walk among 10 metal sculptures by Abigail Lucien, ranging from an 11-foot-tall bird cage with a swing inside to a delicate six-inch black-eyed Susan, Maryland’s state flower.
—Alina Tugend, New York Times, 26 Apr. 2025
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“State flower.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/state%20flower. Accessed 6 Aug. 2025.
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