Kimnachia ramulosa, formerly known as Pseudorhipsalis ramulosa, is a spineless, highly branched cactus with pendent, cylindrical, basally …
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Epithet: ramulosa
Meaning: Full of small branches
Derivation: The feminine form of the Latin adjective ramulosus.
Pronunciation: ram-yoo-LOH-suh
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.
Euphorbia ramulosa is a densely branched succulent shrublet with spiny, 4-angled branches with prominent tubercles and spine shields that …