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Epithet: striatula
Meaning: Finely striated; having small or faint linear markings
Derivation: A descriptive epithet formed from striatus (the perfect passive participle of strio), meaning "striated," "lined," or "furrowed," and diminutive suffix -ula, which denotes something small or fine.
Pronunciation: stree-AT-yew-luh
Alternative Pronunciation: stry-AT-yew-luh

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.