X MARKS THE SPOT V

The answers to the clues below all end in X:

1. Extended spiral chain of atoms (as DNA)

2. Cup-like flower part

3. Using too many words - tediously lengthy

4. Bagel and cream cheese partner

5. Colorful plant

6. Mess up, botch

 

Answers:

 

1. HELIX

2. CALYX

3. PROLIX

4. LOX

5. PHLOX

6. BOLLOX