What does the cryptic crossword clue "Plant with yellow spike (5)" mean?

The definition is "Plant". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). OR (synonym of "yellow") + PIN (synonym of "spike"); definition: "Plant" The answer is ORPIN.

Plant with yellow spike (5)

Guardian Cryptic #28504 | 9 Across | 2021-07-22 flower

← Back to puzzle

Visit Guardian's puzzle site →