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Re: Latin and Common Names

Robert Tonkin wrote:
> 
> > From: jhsl <jhsl@northcoast.com>
> > To: seeds-list@eskimo.com
> > Subject: Latin and Common Names
> > Date: Friday, April 18, 1997 11:24 AM
> >
> > I know why the group is using the Latin names...but I am new and now I
> > have to sit here with a stack of books near-by to figure out what type
> > of plant you are talking about.  The common sure would help me too.  Or
> > maybe I just need to find a real "beginners" group.
> >
> > S. Whitworth
> 
> For those who may have an interest, there is a great key/guide to latin
> Epithets at:
> 
> http://www.winternet.com/~chuckg/dictionary.html
> 
> This was a link from the home page of NARGS, a treasure of information and
> a great society for anyone interested in serious gardening.
> 
> I think we all struggle with a dead language, and I am sure even the old
> timers don't know all the latin. But it does remove much confusion when
> discussing plants. Hope link helps.
> 
> Robert Tonkin
> Juneau, Alaska
> A Very Wet Zone 6

This is a great help to someone new to seeds, gardening, and Latin -- I
have added it to my bookmarks and THANKS!!   

S. Whitworth   Zone 17 Western Garden (nearly 50 inches of rain this
year so far!!!!)
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