Piaranthus punctatus is a small succulent that forms a clump of short, dull green, obtusely 4-angled stems with a slightly rough surface …
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Epithet: punctatus
Meaning: Pointed; punctate
Derivation: A Latin adjective
Pronunciation: punk-TAH-tus
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.