Parodia scopa (Silver Ball Cactus), formerly known as Notocactus scopa, is a beautiful cactus with spherical to cylindrical stems with 25 …
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Epithet: scopa
Meaning: Branch of a plant; broom, besom
Derivation: From the Latin noun "scapus" meaning "shaft."
Pronunciation: SKOH-puh
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.