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  1. hen-of-the-woods, hen of the woods, Polyporus frondosus, Grifola frondosanoun

    large greyish-brown edible fungus forming a mass of overlapping caps that somewhat resembles a hen at the base of trees

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  1. hen of the woods

    Hen of the Woods, also known as Grifola frondosa, is a large, edible fungus or mushroom native to North America, Europe, and Asia. The mushroom, which grows in large clusters at the base of trees, particularly oaks, is typically greyish-brown in color and features multiple overlapping caps which somewhat resemble the feathers of a hen, hence its name. It is known for its rich, savory taste and health benefits, including potential anticancer properties.

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  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of hen of the woods in Chaldean Numerology is: 8

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of hen of the woods in Pythagorean Numerology is: 4


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