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lantern tree in American English a Chilean tree (Crinodendron hookerianum) of a family (Elaeocarpaceae, order Malvales) of tropical dicotyledonous trees andshrubs having leathery, elliptical leaves and hanging, red flowers, sometimes grown in the far S U.S. as an ornamental Examples of 'lantern tree' in a sentencelantern tree Red roses, globe flowers, freesias, lantern trees, flame flowers, and marigolds are among the varieties in demand. |