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
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.