About Lena B. Smithers Hughes
Lived 1905 – 1987 (aged 82). Lena B. Smithers Hughes was an American botanist.
Lena B. Smithers Hughes (June 8, 1905 – December 19, 1987) was an American botanist who developed improved strains of the Valencia orange, a sweet orange that is grown in the United States mainly for the production of commercial orange juice.
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Who was Lena B. Smithers Hughes?
American botanist (1905–1987)
When was Lena B. Smithers Hughes born?
Lena B. Smithers Hughes was born on 8 June 1905 in Elgin.
When did Lena B. Smithers Hughes die?
Lena B. Smithers Hughes died on 19 December 1987.
What was Lena B. Smithers Hughes's occupation?
Lena B. Smithers Hughes was a botanist.
What nationality was Lena B. Smithers Hughes?
Lena B. Smithers Hughes was American.
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