Euphorbia aphylla (Leafless Spurge) is a densely branched succulent shrub with slender, leafless stems that arise from a short trunk. The…
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Meaning: Without leaves, derives from the Greek words "a," meaning "without" and "phyll," meaning "a leaf"
Pronunciation: a-FIL-uh
There are often several genera that have the same specific epithet. The same epithet can also be used within a species, for subspecies, varieties, and forms.
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