Since Latin became the standard language for plant naming in the
eighteenth century, it has been intrinsically linked with botany.
And while mastery of the classical language may not be a
prerequisite for tending perennials, all gardeners stand to benefit
from learning a bit of Latin and its conventions in the field.
Without it, they might buy a "Hellebores foetidus "and be
unprepared for its fetid smell, or a "Potentilla reptans "with the
expectation that it will stand straight as a sentinel rather than
creep along the ground.
An essential addition to the gardener's library, this colorful,
fully illustrated book details the history of naming plants,
provides an overview of Latin naming conventions, and offers
guidelines for pronunciation. Readers will learn to identify Latin
terms that indicate the provenance of a given plant and provide
clues to its color, shape, fragrance, taste, behavior, functions,
and more. Full of expert instruction and practical guidance, "Latin
for Gardeners" will allow novices and green thumbs alike to better
appreciate the seemingly esoteric names behind the plants they work
with, and to expertly converse with fellow enthusiasts. Soon they
will realize that having a basic understanding of Latin before
trips to the nursery or botanic garden is like possessing some
knowledge of French before traveling to Paris; it enriches the
whole experience.
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