Variety
/vuh-RY-eh-tee/🏷️ Taxonomy●● Intermediate
A taxonomic rank below species representing a naturally occurring population that differs in minor but consistent ways from the typical form. Abbreviated "var." in botanical nomenclature and written in lowercase italics (e.g., Acer palmatum var. dissectum).
Etymology
From Latin varietas, meaning "difference, diversity."
Example
“Acer palmatum var. dissectum has finely cut, lace-like leaves compared to the typical form.”