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Ristra
A ristra () is an arrangement of drying chile pepper pods, garlic bulbs, or other vegetables for later consumption. In addition to its practical use, the ristra has come to be a trademark of decorative design in the state of New Mexico as well as southern Arizona. Typically, large chiles such as New Mexico chiles and Anaheim peppers are used, although any kind of chile may be used. Garlic can also be arranged into a ristra for drying and curing after the bulbs have matured and the leaves have died away.Ristras are "commonly used for decoration; they are said to bring health and good luck."
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Ristra
A ristra is an arrangement of drying chili pepper pods. Although their main purpose is to preserve chilis for later consumption, ristras are commonly used decoratively in chili-producing areas, especially New Mexico. Garlic can also be arranged into a ristra for drying and curing after the bulbs have matured and the leaves have died away.
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Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of ristra in Chaldean Numerology is: 4
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of ristra in Pythagorean Numerology is: 4
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