Leonhard Rauwolf
Physician and botanist; travel writings
Born
June 21st, 1535
489 years ago
Died
September 15th, 1596
428 years ago — 61 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
Germany
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A German physician and botanist, contributions focused on the study of medicinal plants and their uses in medicine. Travelled extensively in the Middle East and documented flora and fauna encountered during journeys. Notable work includes 'Beschreibung der Provintz Aleppo,' which provided insights into the botany and culture of the region. This work became an important reference for later botanists and physicians.
Wrote 'Beschreibung der Provintz Aleppo'
Explored Middle Eastern botany
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