Deciduous is a designation indicating a plant sheds its foliage at the end of the growing season. The term is used primarily in reference to trees and shrubs, in contrast with those that are evergreen..
Conflict of interest. A conflict of interest (COI) is a situation in which a person or organization is involved in multiple interests, financial or otherwise, one of which could possibly corrupt the motivation or decision-making of that individual or organization. The presence of a conflict of interest is independent of the occurrence of impropriety.
Certificate of Conformity. A Certificate of Conformity or CoC is a mandatory document which is necessary for Customs clearance of exports to many countries around the globe. Intertek is authorised to issue or facilitate the Certificate of Conformity for exports to Algeria, Botswana, Cameroon, Gabon, Kenya, Kuwait, Nigeria, Qatar, Russia, Saudi Arabia, and Uganda.