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Karl Koch
Lithograph Georg Ludwig Engelbach (* 28. Februar 1817, † 4. Dezember 1894) via Wikimedia Commons · Public domain

Karl Heinrich Emil Koch (6 June 1809 – 25 May 1879) was a German botanist. He is best known for his botanical explorations in the Caucasus region, including northeast Turkey. Most of his collections have today been lost. He is also known as the first professional horticultural officer in Germany. The standard author abbreviation K.Koch is used to indicate this person as the author when citing a botanical name.

Quick facts about Karl Koch

  • Full name: Karl Koch
  • Born: 1809-06-06
  • Nationality: Saxe-Weimar-Eisenach
  • Known as: Author
  • Wikidata ID: Q65130

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Who is Karl Koch?

Karl Heinrich Emil Koch (6 June 1809 – 25 May 1879) was a German botanist.

What nationality is Karl Koch?

Karl Koch is Saxe-Weimar-Eisenach.

When was Karl Koch born?

Karl Koch was born on 1809-06-06.

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