1. A genus of small flowering plants in the figwort family, native to western North America, with delicate two-lipped flowers in white, pink, or purple.
Usage: botanical term; often used in plural as 'collinsias' when referring to multiple plants or species

Examples

• The collinsia bloomed in the spring garden with delicate pink and white flowers.
• Gardeners often plant collinsia in shaded areas where other wildflowers struggle.
• Several species of collinsia are native to California.
• The collinsia's two-lipped flowers attract pollinators like bees and butterflies.