Definitions for ophrys
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1. Ophrys, genus Ophrysnoun

   a hardy genus of terrestrial orchids of Europe and northern Africa and western Asia

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1. Ophrys

   The genus Ophrys is a large group of orchids from the alliance Orchis in the subtribe Orchidinae. They are widespread across much of Europe, North Africa, Caucasus, the Canary Islands, and the Middle East as far east as Turkmenistan.These plants are remarkable in that they successfully reproduce through pseudocopulation, that is, their flowers mimic female insects to such a degree that amorous males are fooled into mating with the flowers, thereby pollinating them. There are many natural hybrids. They are referred to as the "bee orchids" due to the flowers of some species resemblance to the furry bodies of bees and other insects. Their scientific name Ophrys is the Greek word for "eyebrow", referring to the furry edges of the lips of several species.Ophrys was first mentioned in the book "Natural History" by Pliny the Elder (23-79 AD).

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1. ophrys

   Ophrys is a genus of orchids commonly known as bee orchids, which are native to Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East. They are named for their petals' resemblance to bees and other pollinators. They typically live in dry grasslands and have evolved complex mechanisms for attracting and tricking insects into assisting their reproduction.

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1. Ophrys

   The genus Ophrys is a large group of orchids from the alliance Orchis in the subtribe Orchidinae. These plants are remarkable in that they successfully reproduce through pseudocopulation, that is, their flowers mimic female insects to such a degree that amorous males are fooled into mating with the flowers, thereby pollinating them. There are many natural hybrids. The type species is Ophrys insectifera L.1753 They are referred to as the "Bee orchids" due to the flowers of some species resemblance to the furry bodies of bees and other insects. Their scientific name Ophrys is the Greek word for "eyebrow", referring to the furry edges of the lips of several species. Ophrys was first mentioned in the book "Natural History" by Pliny the Elder.

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1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of ophrys in Chaldean Numerology is: 8

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of ophrys in Pythagorean Numerology is: 2

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