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Friedrich Alefeld

German botanist, author, and medical practitioner (1820-1872) · Scientists · Died at 51

Friedrich Georg Christoph Alefeld was a botanist, author, and medical practitioner. Born in Weiterstadt-Gräfenhausen, Grand Duchy of Hesse; he described a number of plant species in his published works, taking a particular interest in legumes and Malvaceae.

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He attempted to give a systematic treatment of German crops in one work, in addition to writing treatises on herbal baths and cultivated plants of potential usefulness. A number of his essays appeared in the botanical literature of the day.

Category
Scientists
Type
Scientist
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1820 to 1872 · aged 51