The original nurserymen and plant hunters are named here and provide a reminder that our common garden and houseplants were once very exotic and hardwon. The following table lists the main features of each system. Scientific names must be used in technical literature. Jul 30, 2017 together, these two names are referred to as a binomial. A comprehensive list of plants by their scientific names with. Alphabetized list of common names with scientific names of. At the simplest level of scientific classification, each plant has a name made up of two parts, a generic or genus name and a specific name or epithet. The scientific name is usually provided parenthetically at the first usage of the common name. Commonscientific names 1 commonscientific names plants adders tongue ophioglossum vulgatum buckbean menyanthes trifoliata alfalfa medicago sativa buffaloberry shepherdia spp alkali cordgrass spartina gracilis buffalograss buchloe dactyloides alkali grass puccinellia nuttaliana bulrush scirpus spp. Plant type common name scientific name shrubs burning bush. Scientists from one nation can converse with scientists from another about a specific organism with the aid of the scientific name, avoiding confusion that may arise.
The use of scientific names eliminates confusion between nationalities that may have different common names for organisms by assigning them a universal name that acts as a code. Classical latin plant names, sometimes transferred by modern botanists to other. Types include foliage, flowering, succulents and cacti. A web page providing general knowledge on scientific names of common plants, fruits, vegetables and some common trees including scientific name of mehndi. Scientific and common plant names plant management in. For various reasons this has not been true for insects. Scientific names are presented in taxonomic groupings to the order, except for the monera and. Contextual translation of scientific names of plants in telugu pdf into telugu. Many of these names in apposition are names for the plant in other languages taken over as specific epithets. Conference proceedings or journal alphabetized list of common names with scientific names of plants and animals mentioned.
Because common names often vary from region to region most plant encyclopedias and horticulturists refer to plants using their scientific names. They are usually perennials and are visually striking for either their flowers, foliage, or even the color of their bark. I refer to this book constantly as im getting to know my plants. Often, ornamentals are chosen for a particular season. Wildlife and plant common and scientific names common name scientific name swans, geese, and ducks american black duck anas rubripes american wigeon anas americana black scoter melanitta nigra bluewinged teal anas discors brant branta bernicla bufflehead bucephala albeola cackling goose branta hutchinsii canada goose branta canadensis.
Listed below are the scientific and common names of all species identified in the text. Plants sunflower helianthus annuus rose rosa tulsi ocimum tenuiflorum neem. The specific name distinguish between different organism with a genus. As for the terminology, binomial nomenclature, binomial literally means using or having two names, and nomenclature is from the latin for the assigning of names. Scientific names or binomial nomenclature is a scientific process wherein entities such as plants, animals, living entities are named and they are derived from latin.
Taxonomists find them convenient to use even in conversation, although different pronunciations sometimes cause confusion. The scientific names of plants humboldt state university. Botanical and common names, families, distribution. Botanical studies and the collection of common plant names in micronesia have been carried on by numerous workers over many years, often in conjunction with. Biology texts generally declare that scientific names, in contrast to common names, are stable or unchanging. The importance of scientific names for organisms sciencing. Professor emeritus of botany department of biological sciences humboldt state university arcata, california 18 february 2017 plants often have two names a common name used by most of us in everyday circumstances when we need to make reference to a plant growing in the yard or. Az list of house plants common and scientific names. The binomial system groups species that are similar and which are related which gives us insight into the evolutionary origins of the plants into the same genus. For example, if youre searching for information on buxus sempervirens a type of boxwood, look under the section titled scientific names of plants, ab, where the names of all of the entries starting with either an. Classification and organisation entities are comprehensively organised which makes understanding and studying characteristics of particular. Plant type common name scientific name shrubs butterfly bush buddleia davidii. The generic name refer to collective name for a group of organism, here, plants and animals. Common names of plants also have a strong connection to folklore and legend and there are some names that immediately conjure up a picture in our minds when we hear them.
In practice, they tend to come from a few main sources. Pdf crop plants of india a check list of scientific names. Some have interesting or colorful seed pods that provide autumn or. In this video scientific names of common animals on general knowledge and for all competitive exams. A comprehensive list of plants by their scientific names with common names growing onlinetm plant list. This is a list of plants organized by their common names.
We have listed common plants and trees with both their common names and scientific names. A common name intrinsically plays a part in a classification of objects, typically an incomplete and informal classification, in which some names are degenerate examples in that they are unique and lack reference to any other name, as is the case with say, ginkgo, okapi, and ratel. Acacia koa koa 47 acacia koaia koaia 47 acacia mangium mangium 47 acalypha wilkensiana beefsteak 47 ajuga reptans carpet bugle 47 aleurites moluccana kukui, lama, lumbang, sakan, raguar, candlenut tree 47 alpinia zerumbet shell ginger 47 arachis glabrata forage peanut 48. Botanical and common names, families, distribution and use of plants sr. Caring, propagation, descriptions and other information for each species is provided. Binomial means that two words are used for classification purposes, and those two words are in latin or latinized, at least. Common, tagalog, and scientific names of fruits and vegetables victor t. Scientific names of common plants and trees lead the competition.
Each indoor plant is given its main common name used and botanical scientific name. Choose from 500 different sets of scientific names common plants flashcards on quizlet. Scientific names of plants are expressed in latin because a. Hence, there is the need for a ready reckoner of correct names for use in such situations. Common, tagalog, and scientific names of fruits and vegetables. Scientific names of the most common animals and plants.
These rules are laid down for crop species by the international code of nomenclature. It was to combat such confusion that swedish naturalist carolus carl linnaeus 17071778 developed what is known as the binomial system for taxonomy in other works, the use of scientific names for plants. I was surprised to learn that many botanical names are not of latin derivation, but are greek or simply named after a person. Results of a name search scientific name view for the united states department of agriculture plants database. Generic names are nouns that can come from any source whatsoever. It is the name given to a plant by people in a particular area or locality. However, the common names of plants often vary from region to region, which is why most plant encyclopedias refer to plants using their scientific names, in other words using binomials or latin names. Group of organisms have similar characters and are represented by the generic name. Scientific names of crop plants are adopted and where required modified according to a standard set of rules.
This article is the first in a series on scientific nomenclature within specific kingdoms. Plants of the national park of american samoa is an illustrated list of plants occurring within the park each name linked to a species by family. The first part of the scientific name are always written with the generic name first. Common names change as new people move to an area, or as old common names fall out of favor for one reason or another. You may also use alphabetic index as per necessity. Kikar mimosaceae india and tropical africa used for making furnitures, tanning, dyeing fabrics yellow, stem yields gum while. A to z of animals by scientific name animals az animals. Alphabetized list of common names with scientific names of plants. List of scientific names of animals and birds in 1973 carl linnaeus, a practical swedish biologist classified species into two names, one is genus and other is a specific name. Botanical and common names, families, distribution and. Thumbnail pictures on the family list pages link to enlarged photos.
If you want to search a specific name, you may use the search box below. A generic name is a collective name for a group of plants. Mistletoe is a plant that is synonymous with christmas and first kisses and is hung in doorways all over the world in december, while cherry blossom trees give us an. Az animals, an online animal encyclopedia where you can learn about all your favourite animals, and even some you may have never heard of. Plants by family, scientific name oregon state university. List of plant pictures by scientific name scientific. Appendix i common and scientific names for plant and wildlife. In fact, at the heart of this way of assigning scientific names to plants is a simple twoword formula, whereby the first word is the genus name and the second one the. In this article we will discuss about the naming of plants. A comprehensive list of plants by their common names with. Sep 21, 2017 ornamental plants are those plants grown for their ornamental value. A web page providing general knowledge on scientific names of common plants, fruits, vegetables and some common trees including scientific name of mehndi, pudina, ginger, turmeric, grains and cereals.
Together, these two names are referred to as a binomial. The following pages compose an index to some of your favorite specimens, grouped by scientific name, in alphabetical sections. These are used locally and may vary by region or country. Scientific names for plant identification latin names of plants are unique each plant has only one name these names are internationally agreed. Aug 16, 2012 therefore, many plants have several common names, and many common names refer to several distinct plants which, needless to say, can make things confusing at times. Garden guides scientific names of ornamental plants. Common names rubber rabbitbrush, gray rabbitbrush, gray rabbit brush, rubber rabbit brush family composites, sunflower flower color yellow plant type shrub short description gray rabbitbrush ericameria nauseosa grows throughout malheur county and surrounding areas of the intermountain west. Iroquois national wildlife refuge comprehensive conservation plan. Scientific nomenclature refers to various names according to a specific field of study. Common and scientific names other plants and trees.
Common and scientific names of trees and shrubs of mariana. Botanical name common name name of family distribution traditional uses of plants photo 1. Scientific names, on the other hand, are unique plant and animal names used across the world by scientists and other professionals regardless of the language they speak or write, because scientific names are always latin or. Be aware, however, notice is given that botanical scientific names.
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