Type

• Title

  Type

• Definition

  "A nomenclatural type (typus) is that element to which the name of a taxon is permanently attached, whether as the correct name or as a synonym. The nomenclatural type is not necessarily the most typical or representative element of a taxon." This quotation is from the International Code of Nomenclature for algae, fungi, and plants (Shenzhen Code) 2018. The ICN (or Code) is updated every six years based on proposals approved at the International Botanical Congress which meets at different places in the world. The latest Code is available online here: https://www.iapt-taxon.org/nomen/main.php

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