gaillardia(n = noun.plant) - any plant of western America of the genus Gaillardia having hairy leaves and long-stalked flowers in hot vibrant colors from golden yellow and copper to rich burgundy;
is a kind of wild flower, wildflower
is a member of genus gaillardia
has particulars: blanket flower, fire-wheel, fire wheel, gaillardia pulchella, indian blanket
gaillardia, n. any composite plant of the genus Gaillardia, with showy flowers.
Etymology:
mod.L f. Gaillard de Marentoneau, 18th-c. Fr. botanist