About Clara Ethelinda Larter
Lived 1847 – 1936 (aged 88). Clara Ethelinda Larter was a British botanist, taxonomist, science writer, botanical collector, mycologist and editor.
Clara Ethelinda Larter (27 June 1847 - 13 May 1936) was an English botanist known for her studies of the flora of Devon.
Personal life
Larter was born in Leeds as the eldest daughter of Thomas Larter, a language teacher. The family moved to Torquay, South Devon, around 1857.
Kallymenia larterae (Holmes, 1907 ) (originally Callymenia larteriae) was named in her honour.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Clara Ethelinda Larter?
English botanist (1847-1936)
When was Clara Ethelinda Larter born?
Clara Ethelinda Larter was born on 27 June 1847 in Leeds.
When did Clara Ethelinda Larter die?
Clara Ethelinda Larter died on 13 May 1936 in Torquay.
What was Clara Ethelinda Larter's occupation?
Clara Ethelinda Larter was a botanist, taxonomist, science writer, botanical collector, mycologist and editor.
What nationality was Clara Ethelinda Larter?
Clara Ethelinda Larter was British.
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