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clethra
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Princeton's WordNet
Clethra, genus Clethranoun
type and sole genus of the Clethraceae; deciduous shrubs or small trees: white alder, summer-sweet
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clethranoun
Any of the genus Clethra of flowering shrubs or small trees bearing flowers in clusters.
Etymology: From the genus name.
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Clethra
Clethra is a genus of flowering shrubs or small trees described as a genus by Linnaeus in 1753.Clethra is one of two genera in the family Clethraceae (the other being Purdiaea). The species may be evergreen or deciduous, and all bear flowers in clusters (inflorescences), which correspond to racemes or panicles. The flowers are quite small, white or pinkish, and each bear 5 free petals, numerous stamens, and a 3-chambered seed capsule. The leaves, simple, ovate, and alternate or opposite, bear characteristic stellate hairs. The seeds are very small and numerous.
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clethra
Clethra is a genus of flowering shrubs or small trees that belong to the family Clethraceae. Commonly known as summersweet or sweet pepper bush, these plants are known for their attractive, fragrant flowers that usually bloom in summer. The species in this genus are native to warm temperate to tropical regions of Asia and the Americas. They are often used in cultivation for ornamental purposes.
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Clethra
Clethra is a genus of between 30-70 species of flowering shrubs or small trees. It is one of two genera in the family Clethraceae. The species may be evergreen or deciduous, and all bear flowers in clusters or inflorescences.
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Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of clethra in Chaldean Numerology is: 5
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of clethra in Pythagorean Numerology is: 4
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