×Graptoveria 'Opalina Cristata' is a fascinating succulent with opalescent leaves densely packed on crested stems. When exposed to bright …
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Epithet: topalina
Meaning: Opal-like
Derivation: Compund epithet made up to the noun "opal" and the feminine form of the Latin suffix "-inus," meaning "of or pertaining to."
Pronunciation: op-al-EYE-nuh
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.
Tulista opalina, formerly known as Haworthia opalina, is an attractive small succulent that forms a rosette of thick, fleshy, stiff, light…
×Graptoveria 'Opalina' is a lovely succulent that forms compact, short-stemmed rosettes of pale blue-green leaves with a hint of pink …