Haworthia retusa var. nigra, formerly known as Haworthia mutica var. nigra, is a small succulent that forms rosettes of fleshy, light …
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Epithet: nigra
Meaning: Shining black
Derivation: Feminine form of the Latin adjective "niger."
Pronunciation: NY-gruh
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.
Haworthiopsis nigra var. diversifolia, formerly known as Haworthia nigra var. diversifolia, is a small succulent with dark grayish-green …