Dugald Carmichael
Scottish botanist (1772–1827)
Dugald Carmichael | |
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Born | 1772 Stronacraoibh, Lismore Island |
Died | 1827 Appin |
Nationality | British |
Scientific career | |
Fields | Botany |
Dugald Carmichael (born 1772 in Stronacraoibh, Lismore Island, died 1827 in Appin[1]) was a Scottish botanist and officer in the 72nd Highlanders. He is known as the "Father of Marine Botany". The plant genus Carmichaelia is named after him.[2]
He was a friend of Sir William Hooker.
Taxon described by him
- See Category:Taxa named by Dugald Carmichael
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