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specific epithet
noun
The second (uncapitalized) word in the scientific name of a species, following the name of the genus.
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Specific epithet refers to the host preference (Pinus).
The specific epithet 'crassifila' is derived from its enlarged filaments.
The specific epithet is derived from the type locality, Mt. Jinyun.
The specific epithet refers to Lang Son Province, where the new species was discovered.
Etymology The specific epithet is derived from the white maculation along the veins.
Etymology: The specific epithet is derived from the type locality, Dushan County, Southern Guizhou Province.
The specific epithet 'xinningensis' is derived from the type locality, Xinning County, southwestern Hunan Province, China.
The specific epithet refers to the thick, rounded leaves that are reminiscent of coins.
The specific epithet is derived from the leaves resembling those of the genus Cardamine L. (Brassicaceae).
Etymology: The specific epithet is derived from the type locality, the Sino-Vietnamese border.
The specific epithet refers to the color of the bullae on leaf surface.
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