About Hugh Shaw MacKee
Lived 1912 – 1995 (aged 82). Hugh Shaw MacKee was a botanist, photographer, botanical collector, biochemist, editor and writer, known for Arecaceae, Bryophytes and Fungi.
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Who was Hugh Shaw MacKee?
Northern Irish botanist (1912-1995)
When was Hugh Shaw MacKee born?
Hugh Shaw MacKee was born on 4 October 1912 in Clough.
When did Hugh Shaw MacKee die?
Hugh Shaw MacKee died on 14 February 1995 in Nouméa.
What was Hugh Shaw MacKee's occupation?
Hugh Shaw MacKee was a botanist, photographer, botanical collector, biochemist, editor and writer.
What was Hugh Shaw MacKee known for?
Hugh Shaw MacKee was known for Arecaceae, Bryophytes, Fungi and Spermatophytes.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Hugh Shaw MacKee. https://biography.guide/hugh-shaw-mackee/
MLA: "Hugh Shaw MacKee." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/hugh-shaw-mackee/.
Chicago: "Hugh Shaw MacKee." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/hugh-shaw-mackee/.
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