Conophytum velutinum is a dwarf succulent with bodies that consist of two thick, fleshy, grayish-green leaves with a velvety texture …
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Epithet: velutinum
Meaning: Velvety, velutinous
Derivation: The neuter form of the Latin adjective "velutinus."
Pronunciation: vel-oo-TEE-num
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.