Definition of "petunia" [pe•tu•ni•a]

• Any of various widely cultivated South American plants of the genus Petunia, having alternate, entire leaves and funnel-shaped flowers in colors from white to purple. (noun)
• A moderate to dark purple. (noun)

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• "UGA faculty will also study the water needs of different plants, such as petunia, poinsettia, hibiscus and hydrangea."