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Epithet: oreganum
Meaning: Of or pertaining to Oregon
Derivation: A Latinized toponymic epithet formed from Oregon, a state in the Pacific Northwest region of the United States, and the Latin suffix -anum (neuter form of -anus) meaning "of or pertaining to."
Pronunciation: or-reh-GAH-num

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.