Browsing: petrophila

Meaning: Rock-loving, derives from the Greek words "petros," meaning "stone or rock" and "philos," meaning "loving"
Pronunciation: pet-roh-FY-la

There are often several genera that have the same specific epithet. The same epithet can also be used within a species, for subspecies, varieties, and forms.

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