Crassula orbicularis is a small succulent that forms flattened rosettes of fleshy green leaves slightly tinged pink to red along the …
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Epithet: orbicularis
Meaning: Circular or orbicular
Derivation: A Latin adjective
Pronunciation: or-bik-yoo-LAIR-iss
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.