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Phylogenetic Nomenclature: History, Properties and Advantages

In this article we will discuss about Phylogenetic Nomenclature:- 1. Subject-Matter of Phylogenetic Nomenclature 2. History of Phylogenetic Nomenclature 3. Properties 4. Advantages. Subject-Matter of Phylogenetic Nomenclature: The current Linnaean system of nomenclature as embodied in the pre-existing botanical, zoological and bacteriological codes, has been found to be unsuitable to govern the naming of clades and species. A clade is [...]

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Botanical Gardens: History and Roles

In this article we will discuss about the History and Roles of Botanical Gardens. History of Botanical Gardens: The history of gardens dates back to our ancient Indian History, where such gardens have been mentioned in our epics likes Mahabharata, Ramayana etc. Our kings and emperors grew gardens around their palaces for aesthetic beauty and there gardens included plants of [...]

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ICBN:International Code of Botanical Nomenclature

In this article we will discuss about the History and Rules of International Code of Botanical Nomenclature (ICBN). History of ICBN: Before the middle of the 18th century, plant names were usually polynomials i.e. made up of several words in a series. It was superseded by the binomial system, which was first applied for the plant kingdom by Linnaeus in [...]

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