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Phylum/Division (Taxonomy)

Definition:

Observation:

• For better search results in your database, avoid a large variety of terms; draw up an authority list and add names as necessary.

Entry rules:

1. Enter the full name; do not use abbreviations.
   Example

   	Discipline	paleontology
   	Phylum/Division	Brachiopoda

2. In accordance with the International Code of Nomenclature, the first letter of the taxon is upper case.
   Example

   	Discipline	palynology
   	Phylum/Division	Coniferophyta

3. Do not enter the word "division" or "phylum" before the name of the division or phylum.
   Example

   	Phylum/Division	Tracheophyta
   	and not
   	Phylum/Division	division Tracheophyta

4. If you are unsure whether your information is correct, include a space and a question mark after the name.
   Example

   	Phylum/Division	Anthophyta ?

5. This field may not contain more than one entry.