"orphan John" meaning in English

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Noun

Etymology: The first word is probably from orpine, another name of this plant. Compare harping Johnny. Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} orphan John (uncountable)
  1. Hylotelephium telephium, a succulent perennial ground cover native to Eurasia. Tags: uncountable Categories (lifeform): Stonecrop family plants

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