Astrophytum capricorne var. niveum (Goat's Horns) is a slow-growing cactus with a small stem with usually 8 ribs and 6 to 8 spines per …
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Epithet: niveum
Meaning: Snow-white
Derivation: The neuter form of the Latin adjective niveus.
Pronunciation: NIV-ee-um
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.
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