petunia

noun

1. Any of the flowering plants of genus Petunia, of which most garden varieties are hybrids.

   “Usually petunias are quite pest free, but aphids are occasional problems.”

   “The small purple petunias are produced in profusion and without ceasing during the entire season.”

   “Closely related calibrachoas, often called miniature petunias, offer dainty petunia-like blossoms that are perfect for planting in pots. No matter what type of petunias you choose, they all prefer plenty of sun.”

2. A dark purple colour, like that of some petunia flowers.
3. (slang)A homosexual.

adj

1. (not-comparable)Of a dark purple colour, like that of some petunia flowers.

name

1. (dated)A female given name from English.