Barbara's buttons in English

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Etymology: The flower heads of the plants resemble buttons, but the origin of the name Barbara is unknown. It is possibly referencing Saint Barbara. Head templates: {{en-noun|?}} Barbara's buttons

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        "Any of various plants in the genus Marshallia."
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"Barbara's buttons" meaning in English

Noun