Cereus vargasianus is a large, tree-like cactus with segmented, glaucous green branches that arise from a short trank. It can grow up to …
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Epithet: vargasianus
Meaning: Coming from Vargas
Derivation: Compound epithet made up of the topographical name "Vargas" and the Latin suffix "-ianus," meaning "of or pertaining to."
Pronunciation: var-gas-ee-AY-nus
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.