What is the meaning of wallflower?

noun

  • Any of numerous plants of the genus Erysimum having fragrant yellow or orange or brownish flowers.
  • Perennial of southern Europe having clusters of fragrant flowers of all colors especially yellow and orange; often naturalized on old walls or cliffs; sometimes placed in genus Erysimum.
  • Remains on sidelines at social event. .
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