Aichryson tortuosum subsp. bethencourtianum 'Variegatum', also known as Aichryson bethencourtianum 'Variegatum', is an attractive …
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Epithet: tortuosum
Meaning: Twisting, tortuous
Derivation: Feminine form of the Latin adjective "tortuosus."
Pronunciation: tor-tew-OH-sum
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.
Aichryson tortuosum subsp. bethencourtianum, also known as Aichryson bethencourtianum, is a densely branched succulent shrublet with more …
Aichryson tortuosum (Gouty Houseleek) is a densely branched succulent shrublet with woody, tortuous branches and fleshy, green leaves …