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Epithet: subdenudata
Meaning: Nearly naked; somewhat bare; partially denuded
Derivation: A Latinized descriptive epithet formed from the Latin prefix sub-, meaning "somewhat," "slightly," "rather," or "nearly," and denudata, the feminine form of denudatus, meaning "denuded," "bare," or "uncovered," the perfect passive participle of the Latin verb dēnūdō.
Pronunciation: sub-dee-noo-DAY-ta

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.