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Epithet: nobile
Meaning: Noble, high-born; distinguished, famous
Derivation: The neuter form of the Latin adjective nōbilis.
Pronunciation: no-BIL-ee
Alternative Pronunciation: no-BIL-ay

While the generic name must be unique, two or more genera often share the same specific epithet. The same epithet can also apply to subspecies, varieties, and forms within a species. Here is a list of plants that share this epithet.