About Torkel Lillefosse
Lived 1868 – 1946 (aged 77). Torkel Lillefosse was a Norwegian botanist, botanical collector and scientific collector.
Torkel Knutsen Lillefosse (5 July 1868 – 9 January 1946) was a Norwegian botanist.
He was born at Strandebarm Municipality in Søndre Bergenhus, Norway. After working as a wood carver and gardener, he turned to botany. From 1921 he received an annual state grant for his research. He only researched the flora of Western Norway, and his collection of plants from Hordaland and Sogn og Fjordane was and is unique.
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Who was Torkel Lillefosse?
Norwegian botanist (1868-1946)
When was Torkel Lillefosse born?
Torkel Lillefosse was born on 5 July 1868 in Strandebarm Municipality.
When did Torkel Lillefosse die?
Torkel Lillefosse died on 6 January 1946.
What was Torkel Lillefosse's occupation?
Torkel Lillefosse was a botanist, botanical collector and scientific collector.
What nationality was Torkel Lillefosse?
Torkel Lillefosse was Norwegian.
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