Haworthiopsis limifolia var. arcana, formerly known as Haworthia limifolia var. arcana, is a small succulent that forms rosettes of dark …
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Epithet: arcana
Meaning: Hidden, secret, private, mysterious
Derivation: Feminine form of the Latin adjective "arcanus"
Pronunciation: ARK-an-uh
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.