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Heinrich Gottfried von Mattuschka

1734 – 1779

German botanist

Botanist
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About Heinrich Gottfried von Mattuschka

Lived 1734 – 1779 (aged 45). Heinrich Gottfried von Mattuschka was a German botanist.

Heinrich Gottfried von Mattuschka (22 February 1734 in Jauer [now Jawor, Poland] – 9 November 1779 in Pitschen [now Pyszcsyn, Poland]) was a German botanist.

He wrote Flora silesiaca, and named many plants, notably Quercus petraea.

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Important facts

Born
22 February 1734, Jawor
Birth century
18th century
Died
19 November 1779, Palace in Pyszczyn
Occupation
Botanist
Nationality
Czech Silesia, Kingdom of Prussia
Education
University of Wrocław
Also known as
Matt.

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Heinrich Gottfried von Mattuschka?

German botanist (1734-1779)

When was Heinrich Gottfried von Mattuschka born?

Heinrich Gottfried von Mattuschka was born on 22 February 1734 in Jawor.

When did Heinrich Gottfried von Mattuschka die?

Heinrich Gottfried von Mattuschka died on 19 November 1779 in Palace in Pyszczyn.

What was Heinrich Gottfried von Mattuschka's occupation?

Heinrich Gottfried von Mattuschka was a botanist.

What nationality was Heinrich Gottfried von Mattuschka?

Heinrich Gottfried von Mattuschka was German.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Heinrich Gottfried von Mattuschka

· Wikidata: Q69925

· DBpedia: Heinrich Gottfried von Mattuschka

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