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Epithet: pellucida
Meaning: Transparent, pellucid; very bright
Derivation: Feminine form of the Latin adjective "pellucidus"
Pronunciation: pel-LOO-sid-a

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.