Cephalophyllum spissum is a small succulent that forms compact clumps of short branches with pairs of fleshy, dark green leaves. The …
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Epithet: spissum
Meaning: Thick, close, compact, dense, crowded
Derivation: The neuter form of the Latin adjective "spissus."
Pronunciation: SPIS-sum
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 plant name for which you wish to see further information.