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  1. bear grass, Yucca smalliananoun

    yucca of southern United States having a clump of basal grasslike leaves and a central stalk with a terminal raceme of small whitish flowers

  2. bear grass, Yucca glaucanoun

    yucca of west central United States having a clump of basal grasslike leaves and a central stalk with a terminal raceme of small whitish flowers

  3. bear grass, Nolina microcarpanoun

    stemless plant with tufts of grasslike leaves and erect panicle of minute creamy white flowers; southwestern United States and Mexico

  4. squaw grass, bear grass, Xerophyllum tenaxnoun

    plant of western North America having woody rhizomes and tufts of stiff grasslike basal leaves and spikes of creamy white flowers

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  1. bear grass

    Bear grass, scientifically known as Xerophyllum tenax, is a species of flowering plants native to North America. It is a perennial herb that produces a tall, densely packed cluster of small, white flowers and long, sword-like leaves. The plant can grow up to 1.5 meters tall and it’s often found in forests, woodlands, and meadows. The name bear grass derives from the reported use by bears who consume its roots and stems. The plant is also known for its traditional uses by Indigenous peoples for making items like baskets due to its strong, flexible leaves.

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  1. Bear Grass

    Bear Grass is a town in Martin County, North Carolina, United States. The population was 53 at the 2000 census.

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  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of bear grass in Chaldean Numerology is: 4

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of bear grass in Pythagorean Numerology is: 9


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