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- Title
KNAPP, Sandra. In the name of plants. Remarkable plants and the extraordinary people behind their names.
- Authors
Charles Nelson, E.
- Abstract
Sandra Knapp's book, "In the name of plants," explores the controversial topic of eponyms in the context of our decolonizing world. The book discusses how names given by European colonists often replaced indigenous names that had been used for centuries. While scientific nomenclature generally avoids changes for political reasons, there are instances where names may be reconsidered. The book also highlights specific botanical eponyms, including those that honor pop star Lady Gaga and American botanist Peter Raven. Overall, "In the name of plants" provides an informative and engaging exploration of the origins of plant names and the major issues in botany.
- Subjects
BOTANICAL nomenclature; BIOLOGICAL nomenclature; LIFE sciences; BIOLOGICAL evolution; PLANT evolution
- Publication
Archives of Natural History, 2024, Vol 51, Issue 1, p206
- ISSN
0260-9541
- Publication type
Article
- DOI
10.3366/anh.2024.0917