Bob Hobden wrote:
"BoyPete" wrote ...
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Well there are two views about Latin names, yours is one and I
realise it can put a lot of people off, but the main advantage of
them is everyone in the world then knows exactly what plant you are
talking about because the Latin name is universal. For example, a
Geranium sp, however if you talk in common names and say Geranium we
wouldn't know if you meant a true hardy (mostly) Geranium or those
tender Zonal Pelargonium often sold as Geraniums and used for summer
bedding. A similar situation pertains with Datura and Brugmansia and
it goes on. Perhaps those of us with a bit of knowledge about Latin names
should
try to use both.
I'll try and remember. Promise. :-)

Thanks Bob
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