What is the protocol on brug name translations? For an example- I have a Rosa Traum. Probably originated with Monika and her friends. I also see it listed as Pink Dream. If a plant is introduced under a name in a certain language - shouldn't it stay under that name? Or is it common for the name to be translated in different countries?
Brug name translations
The name of a cultivar, given by its breeder, is just like a identification tag. Plant names varies in different languages, european breeders use names in their own language as well as in english. A translation would increase the mixup we already have. For instance: Rosa Überraschung, a early hybrid of Dr. Preissel, has nothing in common with my hybrid Pink Delight. The name has almost the same meaning. Its also a problem of correct translation.
Botanicals rules give breeders the right to name their creations,no matter how the silly the name might be.
Monika...thats a good reason to name some plants after people..that way the name stays the same in ANY language.
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This is an idea to think about. I like the names of your hybrids as: Kyles White Giant, Kyles Butterscotch etc. It identifys the plants with you as the breeder. But in my case: Monikas Fandango, Monikas Anouschka, Monikas Märchentraum I believe or feel, it sounds silly, at least to myself. Or use names of locations. I never thought about it as in my opinion, its the retailers duty, to make a correct identification of plants, before he releases them on the market.
Glory
Mar 22, 2002
Monika,
It sound fine to me.
Monika's Fandango may sound silly to you but it sounds normal to me - like a trademark.
I dont know, I am not very happy with it.
Its like dog breeders,the kennel name is always in the registration.I think its a good Idea!
How about MG Fandango?