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Epithet: primulifolia
Meaning: Primula-leaved, referring to the resemblance of the leaves to those of species of the genus Primula.
Derivation: A Latinized compound epithet made up of the generic name "Primula" and the adjectival ending "-folia" (from the Latin noun "folium," meaning "leaf)."
Pronunciation: prim-yoo-lih-FOH-lee-uh

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.