Conophytum praesectum, formerly known as Ophthalmophyllum praesectum, is a dwarf succulent with a body that consists of two opposite…
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Epithet: praesectum
Meaning: Cut
Derivation: Compound of two words, the prefix "prae-," meaning "before or in front," and the neuter form of the participle "sectus," meaning "cut or divided."
Pronunciation: pray-SEK-tum
Whereas the generic name must be unique, there are often two or more genera with the same specific epithet. The same epithet can also be used within a species for subspecies, varieties, and forms.
Here is a full list of succulents with this epithet. Click on the photo or the name of the plant for which you wish to see further information.