What is the answer to the NYT Crossword clue "Plantain lily, by another name" from March 9, 2025?

Crossword clue

“Plantain lily, by another name”

This clue appeared as 37-Across in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, March 9, 2025. The answer has 5 letters.

Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance

HOSTA

Letters5

Starts withH

Ends withA

Vowels2

Where this clue has appeared

NYT Crossword
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About this clue

The clue “Plantain lily, by another name” ran in the NYT Crossword on March 9, 2025 as 37-Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with H and ends with A.

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FAQ

What is the answer to the “Plantain lily, by another name” clue?+

The answer is HOSTA (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of March 9, 2025.

Where has this clue appeared?+

We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.

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