First Known Use: 1843
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astilbe
noun astil·be \ə-ˈstil-(ˌ)bē\
Definition of ASTILBE
: any of a genus (Astilbe) of chiefly Asian perennials of the saxifrage family that have simple or usually compound leaves and are widely cultivated for their panicles of usually white or reddish flowers
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Origin of ASTILBE
New Latin, from 2a- + Greek stilbē, feminine of stilbos sparkling
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