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Epithet: linearifolia
Meaning: Linear leaves; leaves in a linear shape
Derivation: Compound epithet made up of two Latin words, the adjective "linearis," meaning "consisting of lines, linear," and the plural form of the noun "folium," meaning "leaf, petal"
Pronunciation: lin-ee-ar-ee-FOH-lee-uh

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.