Meaning of the word dianthus in English

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dianthus

US /daɪˈæn.θəs/
UK /daɪˈæn.θəs/

Noun

any plant from the genus (= group of related plants) Dianthus. There are many different types of dianthus, including carnation and pink:

Example:
In similar dry conditions, dianthus are ideal.