Adolf Engler

Renowned German Botanist and Academic

Adolf Engler - Renowned German Botanist and Academic
Born

1844
181 years ago

Died

October 10th, 1930
94 years ago — 86 years old

Category

Scientists & Innovators

Country

Germany

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Engler specialized in botany and contributed significantly to plant classification and taxonomy. He authored the 'Der Pflanzenreich' series, which systematically organized plants based on their relationships. Engler held a professor position at the University of Berlin and was one of the founders of the Botanical Garden of Berlin. His work helped establish a systematic framework that greatly influenced botanical studies and research.

Authored the 'Der Pflanzenreich' series

Developed a systematic classification of plants

Contributed to the establishment of the Botanical Garden of Berlin

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