Mesembryanthemum digitatum, formerly known as Dactylopsis digitata, is a dwarf clump-forming succulent with cylindrical leaves of unequal …
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Epithet: digitatum
Meaning: Digitate; having fingers or toes
Derivation: The neuter form of the Latine adjective "digitatus."
Pronunciation: dig-ee-TAH-tum
Alternative Pronunciation: dij-ee-TAH-tum
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.