Crossword clue
“Showy purple flower”
This clue appeared as 7-Down in the NYT Crossword on Saturday, November 15, 2025. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
PHLOXLetters5
Starts withP
Ends withX
Vowels1
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Showy purple flower” ran in the NYT Crossword on November 15, 2025 as 7-Down. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with P and ends with X, with only 1 vowel, so think abbreviations or consonant clusters.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Showy purple flower” clue?+
The answer is PHLOX (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of November 15, 2025.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.
How do I find other NYT Crossword answers?+
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