Términos

Úsese para describir obras producidas por el pueblo del norte de África de mismo nombre que vive en los oasis de Fazzan, Libia.

A red solid colorant obtained from ground madder treated with sulfuric acid, precipitated and oxidized. The process for making garacine was perfected in 1839 by Lagier and Thomas. Garancine had about 4 to 5 times the dyeing power of madder, but the final product was not as lightfast or wash resistant.

Órdenes emitidas por una compañía y que recurren a su banco o bancos para pago de un dividendo a un accionista o propietario de acciones determinado.

Semilla producida por la planta Cicer arietinum. Son de color amarillo-marrón, crecen entre una y dos dentro de una vaina y son parte básica de la alimentación en India, África, Ameríca Central y Sudamérica.

Literalmente: "vientre" o "cámaras de embriones". El santuario interior o principal de un templo hindú donde el objeto de culto; se venera una imagen o linga.

Genus containing 240 species of trees and shrubs found throughout the tropics, especially tropical areas of Africa, Asia, and Oceania (including Australia). Some species are characterized by having stiff leaves and small, thick-skinned, orange fruits with a juicy, acid, fragrant pulp. The resin is a source of dyes. The stems may be used as a source of fiber.

A branch of landscape archaeology which emerged during the 1980’s in the context of historical restoration. Garden archaeology investigates diverse questions, from studies of natural history and rural economy to recovery of ancient garden layouts. Excavations at Castle Bromwich Hall Gardens in Birmingham and at the Privy Garden of Hampton Court are examples of garden archaeology.

Discipline specializing in garden projects that are most often sited at a residence. Garden design is generally of smaller scale than landscape design, and may have defined boundaries.The practice differs from landscape architecture in the level of accreditation of the practitioner. For the discipline that requires licensed architects to design the use of outdoor space and the land, and that may include site planning, urban planning, park and recreation planning, garden design and historic preservation, use 'landscape architecture.'

People or corporate bodies who design the plan and features of gardens, which are open space where flowers, shrubs, trees, vegetables, or fruits are grown. Garden designers may be amateurs or professionals. For those who practice the branch of architecture dealing with the design of the scenic environment, including plants and surrounding roads and structures, use "landscape architects."

Enclosures composed of vertical posts and horizontal connecting members used to enclose all or part of a garden space.

Hand-held rakes of moderate size, used in gardening and landscaping.

Spades with long, narrow blades designed to be used in vegetable gardens to cut soil for holes or for uprooting plants.

Genus of Old World tropical trees and shrubs of the madder family (Rubiaceae), containing more than 140 species. Gardenias have fragrant, tubular, white or yellow flowers, evergreen leaves, and berry-like fruit.

Institutions, groups, or other corporate bodies who oversee the finances, management, and maintenance of a garden, which is an open space where plants are cultivated; generally reserved for those managing a large public or private garden.

Fist weapons designed for hand-to-hand combat at close quarters, consisting of a finger ring with a single sharp, metal hook; also used for personal use or adornment; found primarily in the Great Lakes region of East Africa.

Depresión terrestre profunda y rocosa con lados escarpados, más grandes que los barrancos, con un río o arroyo en la parte inferior; es distinto del cañón, el cual tiende a ser más grande y menos rocoso.

La parte más estrecha de un húmero de chimenea, entre la recolección, o la contracción encima de la chimenea y el húmero adecuado; a menudo donde se encuentra la compuerta.

Collares cortos y estrechos usados cerca de la garganta.
Para bandas ornamentales usados fuertemente atadas alrededor del cuello, úsese collar de perro.

Chorros de agua proveniente de grotescas figuras talladas en el techo y/o de canalones de los edificios.