Sempervivum calcareum (Houseleek) is a small succulent that forms rosettes of glaucous or pale green leaves with purple-brown tips …
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Epithet: calcareum
Meaning: Chalky
Derivation: The neuter form of the Latin adjective "calcareus"
Pronunciation: kal-KAR-ee-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.