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Question
According to the Shenzen Code (2018) guidelines mentioned in the text, on or after what date did the type for attribution of a botanical name generally have to be a specimen, with specific exceptions?
Correct Answer
Option A is the correct answer.
Detailed Explanation
The text states: 'However, current guidelines state that on or after 1 January 2007, the type must be a specimen 'except where there are technical difficulties of specimen preservation or if it is impossible to preserve a specimen that would show the features attributed to the taxon by the author of the name.' (Arts 40.4 and 40.5 of the Shenzen Code, 2018).'
Hint
Look for the specific date mentioned in relation to the Shenzen Code and the requirement for a specimen.