Nomenclatural Type
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<plantfyi-glossary slug="nomenclatural-type"></plantfyi-glossary>Definition
A specimen or illustration permanently associated with a scientific name, serving as the reference point for that name's application. Herbarium specimens designated as types anchor the use of plant names under the International Code of Botanical Nomenclature.
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