Adromischus cristatus (Crinkle Leaf Plant) is a small, slow-growing succulent with branched stems that bear triangular, pale green leaves …
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Epithet: cristatus
Meaning: Tufted, crested, plumed
Derivation: A Latin adjective
Pronunciation: kris-TAY-tus
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.