Birthdate: June 5, 1656
Sun Sign: Gemini
Birthplace: Aix-en-Provence, France
Died: December 28, 1708
Joseph Pitton de Tournefort was a renowned French botanist celebrated for his noteworthy advancements in plant taxonomy. He introduced a precise definition of the genus concept for plants, transforming botanical classification. His groundbreaking work established the basis for contemporary plant taxonomy and systematics. Through various botanical expeditions and extensive plant collections, Tournefort expanded the knowledge of plant diversity globally. Additionally, he influenced and guided aspiring botanists like his student Charles Plumier.
See more:
