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Princeton's WordNet
Lewisia, genus Lewisianoun
genus of western North American low-growing herbs having linear woolly leaves and large pink flowers
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lewisianoun
Any plant of the genus Lewisia.
Etymology: From the genus name.
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Lewisia
Lewisia is a plant genus, named for the American explorer Meriwether Lewis (1774-1809) who encountered the species in 1806. The native habitat of Lewisia species is rocky ground and cliffs in western North America. Local Native Americans ate the roots, which have also been used to treat sore throats.
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lewisia
Lewisia is a genus of flowering plants in the family Montiaceae, native to North America. These plants are primarily found in western regions, particularly in mountainous or rocky environments. They are typically perennial herbs with thick, fleshy leaves and beautiful pink, red, orange, or white flowers, often cultivated for their ornamental beauty. Named after Meriwether Lewis, who first discovered them during the Lewis and Clark expedition.
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Lewisia
Lewisia is a plant genus, named for Meriwether Lewis who encountered the species in 1806. The native habitat of Lewisia species is north facing cliffs in the western part of North America. Local Native Americans ate the roots, which have also been used to treat sore throats.
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Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of lewisia in Chaldean Numerology is: 2
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of lewisia in Pythagorean Numerology is: 6
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