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Epithet: primulifolia
Meaning: Primula-leaved, having Primula-like leaves
Derivation: A Latinized descriptive epithet formed from the generic name Primula and the Latin noun folium, meaning "leaf," used as an adjectival element meaning "-leaved."
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.