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  1. bear's breech, bear's breeches, sea holly, Acanthus mollisnoun

    widely cultivated southern European acanthus with whitish purple-veined flowers

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  1. bear's breeches

    Acanthus is a genus of about 30 species of flowering plants in the family Acanthaceae, native to tropical and warm temperate regions, with the highest species diversity in the Mediterranean Basin and Asia. This flowering plant is nectar producing and is susceptible to predation by butterflies, such as Anartia fatima, and other nectar feeding organisms. Common names include Acanthus and Bear's breeches. The generic name derives from the Greek term ἄκανθος (akanthos) for Acanthus mollis, a plant that was commonly imitated in Corinthian capitals.The genus comprises herbaceous perennial plants, rarely subshrubs, with spiny leaves and flower spikes bearing white or purplish flowers. Size varies from 0.4 to 2 m (1.3 to 6.6 ft) in height.

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    Bear's Breeches, scientifically known as Acanthus Mollis, is a species of flowering perennial plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is known for its strikingly beautiful leaves and flower spikes. The term "bear's breeches" is thought to originate from the plant's large, glossy leaves that somewhat resemble a bear's claws, or the shape of ancient trousers (breeches) the leaves also represent. It is a popular plant in decorative gardening due to its distinctive appearance and hardy nature.

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  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of bear's breeches in Chaldean Numerology is: 7

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of bear's breeches in Pythagorean Numerology is: 2

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