Conophytum ratum is a small succulent with a jelly-like body composed of two fleshy, windowed, almost entirely fused leaves. It usually…
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Epithet: ratum
Meaning: Established; fixed
Derivation: Neuter form of the Latin adjective "ratus."
Pronunciation: RAY-tum
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.