William Hooker
Botanist and academic in plant sciences
Born
July 6th, 1785
240 years ago
Died
1865
160 years ago — 80 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
England
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An English botanist and academic, this individual contributed significantly to the field of botany during the 19th century. Appointed as professor of botany at the University of Glasgow, he established a botanical garden that became a center for plant studies. His vast work includes the comprehensive 'British Flora,' which cataloged the native plant species of Britain. He also served as director of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, advancing the study and classification of plants.
Authored the 'British Flora'
Served as professor of botany at Glasgow
Directed the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew
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