What is another word for basket flower?
Pronunciation: [bˈaskɪt flˈa͡ʊə] (IPA) 
Basket flower is commonly known as Plectocephalus americanus, a species of perennial herb that belongs to the sunflower family. This plant is usually grown for its beautiful purple-pink flowers, which are globe-shaped and look like small baskets. However, there are plenty of other synonyms for this particular flower. For instance, it's also called American basket-flower, thimbleflower, Kansas thistle, and gray-headed coneflower. Regardless of what you call it, basket flower is a superb flowering herb that attracts an array of pollinators such as bees, butterflies and wasps. It's also a great ornamental plant for your garden that looks best when planted in clusters.
