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Epithet: brevifolium
Meaning: Short-leaved, small-leaved
Derivation: The neuter form of the New Latin adjective "brevifolius."
Pronunciation: brev-ee-FOH-lee-um

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.