William Herbert (botanist)
British botanist, botanical illustrator, poet, and clergyman (1778–1847) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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For other people named William Herbert, see William Herbert (disambiguation).
The Hon. William Herbert (12 January 1778 – 28 May 1847) was a British botanist, botanical illustrator, poet, and clergyman. He served as a member of parliament for Hampshire from 1806 to 1807, and for Cricklade from 1811 to 1812. His botanical writings are noted for his treatment of Amaryllidaceae.[1]
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William Herbert | |
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Born | (1778-01-12)12 January 1778 |
Died | 28 May 1847(1847-05-28) (aged 69) London |
Nationality | British |
Alma mater | Eton College Christ Church Exeter College Merton College |
Known for | Early taxonomy of bulbous plants |
Scientific career | |
Fields | Botany |
Author abbrev. (botany) | Herb. |
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