Crassula rupestris (Rosary Vine) is a succulent shrublet with leaves fused around erect, spreading, or rarely decumbent branches. It can …
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Epithet: rupestris
Meaning: That lives on cliffs or rocks
Derivation: A Latin adjective
Pronunciation: rue-PES-tris
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.
Crassula rupestris 'High Voltage' is a beautiful succulent shrublet with attractive triangular leaves that develop pink to red edges in …