James Edward Smith (botanist)
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"Sm." redirects here. For other uses, see SM (disambiguation) and List of taxonomic authorities named Smith.
Sir James Edward Smith (2 December 1759 – 17 March 1828) was an English botanist and founder of the Linnean Society.[1]
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Sir James Edward Smith | |
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Born | (1759-12-02)2 December 1759 Norwich, England |
Died | 17 March 1828(1828-03-17) (aged 68) Norwich, England |
Nationality | English |
Alma mater | University of Edinburgh |
Scientific career | |
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Institutions | Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences |
Academic advisors | Joseph Black John Walker |
Author abbrev. (botany) | Sm. |
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