Crassula tecta (Lizard Skin Crassula) is an attractive, small succulent that forms rosettes of thick, fleshy, grey-green leaves covered …
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Epithet: tecta
Meaning: Covered, concealed, hidden
Derivation: The feminine form of tectus, the perfect passive participle of the Latin verb tego.
Pronunciation: TEK-tuh
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.