How to Decipher Latin Names for Plants
Many people are familiar with common names for plants and trees, but Latin botanical names are more specific. Non-scientific names can be confusing because many plants have more than one common name, and some even share the same name. While you ... [... more]
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Latin Names Explained: A Guide to the Scientific ...
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Pronouncing Latin and Greek Names
Pronounce the Latin names of mushrooms any way that works for you, and if someone laughs at you, maybe you can think of some other names, in clear English, to pronounce for them. Nothing is worse than an English speaking mycologist who corrects ... [... more]
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Plant Names Demystified - Landscaping
The same plant can be known by different common names in various areas of the country. On the other hand, a plant will only have one legitimate Latin name though there can also be synonyms by which it is known. Understanding the Latin names means ... [... more]
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System of Naming Plants
Latin is the language of choice when talking about plants, such as Lagerstroemia indica. Latin is the language of choice when you're "officially" talking about plants. Yes, it does matter. Here is a brief primer on Latin names. A simple ... [... more]
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Who said Latin is a dead language?
How to read latin names, with useful links, and an area especially for Botanical Bloopers. Home » Plants & Animals » Perennials » Who said Latin is a dead language? Latin names are used for naming many aspects in nature, such as [... more]
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Our Recommended House Plant Books
I have many houseplant books - this one is on the top of my stack. It lists both the common & Latin names, gives wonderful information on lighting, temperature, water, humidity and propagation. The back of the book has many pages devoted to ... [... more]
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Other Hardy Perennials Worth Growing in Mississippi Gardens
Note: These are all easily grown. However, many are difficult to locate commercially except through mail order. All are readily found in good perennial reference books for more information. Latin names followed by sp. indicate many different ... [... more]
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The Invention of Clouds: How an Amateur Meteorologist ...
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Latin Names to Common Names.(medicinal herbs)(Brief ...
Author: Sharol Tilgner Binding: Digital Format: HTML Number Of Pages: 3 Publication Date: 1999-01-01 Release Date: 2005-07-28 [... more]
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Common Names to Latin Names.(medicinal herbs)(Brief ...
Author: Sharol Tilgner Binding: Digital Format: HTML Number Of Pages: 3 Publication Date: 1999-01-01 Release Date: 2005-07-28 [... more]
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The mystery of Latin names revealed.: An article from: ...
Author: Linda Stilkowski Binding: Digital Format: HTML Number Of Pages: 3 Publication Date: 2003-01-01 Release Date: 2005-07-31 [... more]
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