Selenicereus anthonyanus (Fish Bone Cactus), formerly known as Cryptocereus anthonyanus, is a fast-growing epiphytic cactus with climbing …
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Epithet: anthonyanus
Derivation: Honors Dr. Harold E. Anthony, an American mammalogist. Although he is not a botanist, his work is related to botany through the cactus species Selenicereus anthonyanus, which was named in his honor.
Pronunciation: an-tho-nee-AY-nus
While the generic name must be unique, two or more genera often share the same specific epithet. Moreover, the same epithet can be used for subspecies, varieties, and forms within a species. Here is a list of plants that share this epithet.