tetraphyllus
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Also known as: tetraphylla, tetraphyllum
A leaf shape epithet for a plant bearing four leaves or leaf-like bracts. The count is the distinguishing feature, separating the species from relatives with more or fewer. Appears as tetraphyllus (masculine), tetraphylla (feminine), or tetraphyllum (neuter).
Example
“Restio tetraphyllus (Four-leaved Restio) carries the masculine ending to agree with its genus.”