Mesembryanthemum digitatum, formerly known as Dactylopsis digitata, is a dwarf clump-forming succulent with cylindrical leaves of unequal…
Browsing: digitatum
Epithet: digitatum
Meaning: Digitate; having fingers or toes
Derivation: Neuter form of the Latine adjective "digitatus."
Pronunciation: dig-ee-TAH-tum
Alternative Pronunciation: dij-ee-TAH-tum
Whereas the generic name must be unique, there are often two or more genera with the same specific epithet. The same epithet can also be used within a species for subspecies, varieties, and forms.
Here is a full list of succulents with this epithet. Click on the photo or the name of the plant for which you wish to see further information.