The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 9 letter word ACHIMENES
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The straight part
We know that "Perennial" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case perennial = achimenes.The cryptic/wordplay part
In cryptic crossword there's often an wordplay/cryptic part as well.This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does ACHIMENES mean?
ACHIMENES noun- A Central American plant, of the genus Achimenes, having showy, trumpet-shaped flowers