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Kathleen Dixon Huntley Gordon-Gray

1918 – 2012

South African botanist

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About Kathleen Dixon Huntley Gordon-Gray

Lived 1918 – 2012 (aged 93). Kathleen Dixon Huntley Gordon-Gray was a South African botanist and botanical collector, known for Cassia (genus), Cyperaceae and Gramineae.

Kathleen Dixon Gordon-Gray (née Huntley) (born 24 January 1918, Pietermaritzburg, died 13 January 2012, Pietermaritzburg) was a South African botanist, plant collector, and educator noted for her expertise in the flora of Natal. She worked as both a lecturer and professor of botany at the University of Natal. In 1998 she was awarded the Senior (Silver) Medal of the South African Association of Botanists.

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Important facts

Birth century
Nationality
Known for
Cassia (genus), Cyperaceae, Gramineae, Plant taxonomy
Education
University of Natal, Pietermaritzburg Girls' High School
Employers
University of Natal
Also known as
Gordon-Gray, K. D., Kathleen D. Gordon-Gray, K. D. Gordon-Gray, Kathleen Dixon Huntley, Kath Gordon-Gray
moreKathleen Gordon-Gray, K. D. Huntley

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Kathleen Dixon Huntley Gordon-Gray?

South African botanist (1918-2012)

When was Kathleen Dixon Huntley Gordon-Gray born?

Kathleen Dixon Huntley Gordon-Gray was born on 24 January 1918 in Pietermaritzburg.

When did Kathleen Dixon Huntley Gordon-Gray die?

Kathleen Dixon Huntley Gordon-Gray died on 13 January 2012 in Pietermaritzburg.

What was Kathleen Dixon Huntley Gordon-Gray's occupation?

Kathleen Dixon Huntley Gordon-Gray was a botanist and botanical collector.

What was Kathleen Dixon Huntley Gordon-Gray known for?

Kathleen Dixon Huntley Gordon-Gray was known for Cassia (genus), Cyperaceae, Gramineae and Plant taxonomy.

What nationality was Kathleen Dixon Huntley Gordon-Gray?

Kathleen Dixon Huntley Gordon-Gray was South African.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Kathleen Dixon Huntley Gordon-Gray

· Wikidata: Q18985026

· DBpedia: Kathleen D. Gordon-Gray

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