Haworthiopsis scabra var. lateganiae, formerly known as Haworthia scabra var. lateganiae, is a small succulent that forms stemless…
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Epithet: scabra
Meaning: Rough, scabrous; scabby, mangy, itchy
Derivation: The feminine form of the Latin adjective "scaber"
Pronunciation: SKAY-bruh
Alternative Pronunciation: SKAB-ruh
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.
Haworthiopsis scabra var. starkiana, formerly known as Haworthia scabra var. starkiana or Haworthia starkiana, is an attractive small…
Haworthiopsis scabra, formerly known as Haworthia scabra, is a slow-growing succulent with stemless rosettes of rough deep green leaves…