Aloe petrophila is a stemless succulent that forms dense rosettes of bright green leaves with linear greenish-white lines and scattered …
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Epithet: petrophila
Meaning: Stone-loving
Derivation: Compound epithet made up of the prefix "petro-," meaning "stone" and the Ancient Greek adjective "philos," meaning "That which is loved or important, beloved, dear; loving, friendly"
Pronunciation: pet-roh-FY-la
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.