Canna

Webster's Dictionary

(1): (n.) A genus of tropical plants, with large leaves and often with showy flowers. The Indian shot (C. Indica) is found in gardens of the northern United States.

(2): (n.) A measure of length in Italy, varying from six to seven feet. See Cane, 4.

Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature

(in mediaeval Lat.) is the long stick, with a taper attached to it, by means of which the high candles in churches are lighted.