Definition of kangaroo paw in English:

noun

• An Australian plant that has long straplike leaves and tubular flowers with woolly outer surfaces.

  Genera Anigozanthos and Macropidia, family Haemodoraceae: several species, in particular Mangles' kangaroo paw (A. manglesii), which is the floral emblem of Western Australia

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  • ‘There are a whole range of different coloured kangaroo paw in front of us, but what's the idea behind this nursery?’
  • ‘In the front yard, purple hop bush and kangaroo paw reflect the rusty colors of the home.’
  • ‘Agapanthus, daylilies, kangaroo paws, lemon grass and red hot pokers are in this category.’
  • ‘Ornamental trees and shrubs in shades of burgundy, plum, rust, gold, and celery green are backdrops for shapely succulents, phormiums, and kangaroo paws.’
  • ‘Geraldton shoppers have been treated to a wildflower extravaganza, with banksias and kangaroo paws covering the centre mall area.’