Nepouite is a rare mineral that belongs to the nickel silicate group. It has a unique green color and is sometimes used as a gemstone. There are a few synonyms or similar minerals to nepouite, including pimelite, nickel-pimelite, and willemseite. These minerals also contain nickel and are often found in conjunction with other nickel-bearing minerals. However, their physical and chemical properties differ slightly from that of nepouite. Willemseite, for example, is a yellow-green mineral that is often found in serpentine rock formations. Pimelite, on the other hand, is a rare mineral that contains both nickel and magnesium and is found in metamorphic rocks.