1. Mostly perennial herbs with sticky stems that catch insects; widespread in north temperate zone
   "The catchfly's sticky stems often trap small insects";
   - lychnis
    
2. Any plant of the genus Silene
   "Many silene species are known as catchflies due to their sticky stems"; "Many campion species are known as catchflies due to their sticky stems";
   - silene, campion

Derived forms: catchflies

Type of: flower

Part of: genus Lychnis, genus Silene

Encyclopedia: Catchfly