Adromischus cristatus var. zeyheri is a small succulent with chartreuse green, inversely triangular leaves with a broad, undulate upper …
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Epithet: cristatus
Meaning: Crested, tufted
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.
Adromischus cristatus var. schonlandii is a dwarf, often much-branched succulent with short, brittle branches covered with aerial roots …
Adromischus cristatus var. clavifolius (Pretty Pebbles) is a small succulent that forms a dense clump of short stems that bear long …
Adromischus cristatus (Crinkle Leaf Plant) is a small, slow-growing succulent with branched stems that bear triangular, pale green leaves …