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  1. Phalaenopsis, genus Phalaenopsisnoun

    genus of ornamental epiphytic orchids of Asia and Australia

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  1. genus phalaenopsis

    The genus Phalaenopsis, commonly known as moth orchids, is a group of about 60 species of plants in the orchid family. Native to Southeast Asia, the Pacific Islands and Northern Australia, Phalaenopsis orchids are known for their large, rounded, vibrant blooms that come in many different colors and patterns. The plants are usually epiphytic, meaning they grow on other plants, and they thrive in warm, humid conditions. The genus name Phalaenopsis derives from the ancient Greek word, which translates to "moth-like," referencing the shape of the plant's flowers.

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  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of genus phalaenopsis in Chaldean Numerology is: 9

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of genus phalaenopsis in Pythagorean Numerology is: 3

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