Plant Nomenclature 101

Room 103-104

Plant Nomenclature 101 provides a comprehensive overview of the history, structure, and principles of plant naming. From early human folk names to the standardized system established by Linnaeus, this session delves into common versus botanical names, Latinization, pronunciation, pesky name swaps, and more. It’s the perfect way for any professional to brush up on the importance of nomenclature in understanding and communicating about plants.

Plant Materials