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genus del·phini·um

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  1. genus Delphiniumnoun

    large genus of chiefly perennial erect branching herbs of north temperate regions some poisonous

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  1. genus delphinium

    The genus Delphinium, also known as larkspur, belongs to the Ranunculaceae family. It encompasses around 300 species of perennial flowering plants that are primarily native to the Northern Hemisphere regions. The plants under this genus are known for their tall, spike-like clusters of vibrantly colored flowers, often in shades of blue, purple, pink, or white. The name Delphinium is derived from the Greek term "delphinion", meaning "dolphin", as the shape of the flower buds resemble the shape of a dolphin. Delphinium plants are commonly used in ornamental gardens for their beautiful and vibrant flowers.

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  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of genus delphinium in Chaldean Numerology is: 1

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of genus delphinium in Pythagorean Numerology is: 6

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