Haworthiopsis tortuosa, formerly known as Haworthia tortuosa, is a small succulent with triangular leaves arranged in a spiral along the …
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Epithet: tortuosa
Meaning: Twisting, tortuous
Derivation: Feminine form of the Latin adjective "tortuosus."
Pronunciation: tor-tew-OH-suh
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.
Haworthiopsis tortuosa 'Variegata', formerly known as Haworthia tortuosa 'Variegata', is a small succulent that forms elongated rosettes …