canna

• POS: Noun
• HYPHEN: can=na

CIDE DICTIONARY

canna, n. [It.].

 A measure of length in Italy, varying from six to seven feet. See Cane, 4.  [1913 Webster]

canna, n. [L., a reed. See Cane.].

 A genus of tropical plants, with large leaves and often with showy flowers. The Indian shot (Canna Indica) is found in gardens of the northern United States.  [1913 Webster]

OXFORD DICTIONARY

canna, n. any tropical plant of the genus Canna with bright flowers and ornamental leaves.

Etymology

L: see CANE