However, a partial exception to this is made by the use of vernacular names.
It is one of several species given the vernacular name tree peony.
For lack of a vernacular name, they are commonly called megophryids.
Tahul-tahul has been recorded as a local vernacular name for this species.
"Flame trees" is another vernacular name, but may refer to a number of unrelated plants as well.
However, vernacular names change frequently and often vary from place to place.
It is consequently not a fern as its vernacular name or appearance may suggest.
Black whale is a vernacular name for certain whales.
The most common vernacular name is spleenworts, applied to the more "typical" species.
He gathered vernacular names in hope of being able to identify the animal in question.