Antimima elevata is a diffusely branched succulent shrub with short branches that bear pairs of fleshy, almost equal leaves. It can grow …
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Epithet: elevata
Meaning: Raised, elevated
Derivation: Feminine form of "elevatus," the perfect passive participle of the Latin verb "elevo."
Pronunciation: ell-eh-VAY-tuh
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.