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Epithet: smithii
Derivation: Honors Christen Smith (1785–1816), a Norwegian physician, economist, and naturalist, particularly botanist.
Pronunciation: SMITH-ee-eye

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.

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