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Jean-François-Aimé-Philippe Gaudin

1766 – 1833

Swiss botanist

Pastor Botanist University teacher
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About Jean-François-Aimé-Philippe Gaudin

Lived 1766 – 1833 (aged 67). Jean-François-Aimé-Philippe Gaudin was a Swiss pastor, botanist, university teacher, naturalist and parson.

Jean François Aimé Théophile Philippe Gaudin or Jean François Aimée Gottlieb Philippe Gaudin (18 March 1766 in Longirod, canton de Vaud - 14 July 1833 in Nyon) was a Swiss pastor, professor and botanist. He was the author of the monumental Flora Helvetica in 7 volumes.

Tributes The annual grass genus Gaudinia, belonging to the Poeae, was named after his honor.

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Important facts

Born
18 March 1766, Longirod
Birth century
18th century
Died
14 July 1833, Nyon
Occupation
Pastor, botanist, university teacher, naturalist, parson
Nationality
Switzerland
Employers
University of Lausanne
Also known as
Jean François Aimé Théophile Philippe Gaudin, Jean François Aimée Gottlieb Philippe Gaudin, Gaudin

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Jean-François-Aimé-Philippe Gaudin?

Swiss botanist (1766–1833)

When was Jean-François-Aimé-Philippe Gaudin born?

Jean-François-Aimé-Philippe Gaudin was born on 18 March 1766 in Longirod.

When did Jean-François-Aimé-Philippe Gaudin die?

Jean-François-Aimé-Philippe Gaudin died on 14 July 1833 in Nyon.

What was Jean-François-Aimé-Philippe Gaudin's occupation?

Jean-François-Aimé-Philippe Gaudin was a pastor, botanist, university teacher, naturalist and parson.

What nationality was Jean-François-Aimé-Philippe Gaudin?

Jean-François-Aimé-Philippe Gaudin was Swiss.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Jean-François-Aimé-Philippe Gaudin

· Wikidata: Q3165394

· DBpedia: Jean François Aimé Théophile Philippe Gaudin

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