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Epithet: densifolia
Meaning: Densely-leaved, densely covered with leaves
Derivation: Compound epithet made up of two Latin words, the feminine form of the adjective "densus," meaning "dense, compact; crowded, close," and the noun "folia," meaning "leaf."
Pronunciation: den-see-FOH-lee-a

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.