Rhipsalis mesembryanthemoides (Clumpy Mistletoe Cactus) is an epiphytic cactus with strong stems covered by tiny branchlets. Initially …
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Epithet: mesembryanthemoides
Meaning: Resembling Mesembryanthemum
Derivation: A Latinized comparative epithet formed from the generic name Mesembryanthemum and the Greek-derived suffix -oides, meaning "resembling" or "-like."
Pronunciation: mess-em-bree-AN-them-OY-deez
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.