MeasureWilliam Withering
- Born
English scientist (1741-1799).
Quick Facts
- Died
- 1799-10-06
- Occupation
- botanist · physician · pteridologist · bryologist · mycologist · physicist · chemist · geologist · botanical collector · scientific collector
- Citizenship
- Kingdom of Great Britain
- Birthplace
- Wellington
- Affiliation
- Royal Society of London
Relationships
William Withering is the child of Edmund Withering and Sarah Hector.
Spouses & partners
- SpouseHelena Cookes
Family
- FatherEdmund Withering
- MotherSarah Hector
- ChildWilliam Withering
- ChildCharlotte Withering
- ChildHelena Withering
Awards & Nominations
| Date / result | Award / category |
|---|---|
| — Received | Fellow of the Royal Society |
Education
William Withering’s education and training.
- University of Edinburgh
Languages
Other languages
- English
Sources & Credits
Wikidata · Q715949 ↗
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