I know the species epithet has to agree with the genus name, and that tree
names are generally feminine. The word arbor itself is feminine. (You'll never
convince me that a ponderosa pine is feminine.)
Now, would somebody please explain Punica granatum and Heptapleurum arboricola.
Thanks,
Iris
Iris,
Central NY, Zone 5a, Sunset Zone 40
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