Carolyn Wilson Harris, Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death

Carolyn Wilson Harris

American botanist (1849-1910)

Date of Birth: 08-Dec-1849

Place of Birth: Springfield, Ohio, United States

Date of Death: 03-May-1910

Profession: botanical collector, botanist, lichenologist

Nationality: United States

Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius

Carolyn Wilson Harris (December 8, 1849 – May 3, 1910) was vice president of the Sullivant Moss Society during 1904–1905 and charge of the Lichen Department from 1901–1905.
She also wrote many articles on various lichen genera and species.
She was known for being an indefatigable worker, and did much to popularize the study of lichens; her help was always given freely and cheerfully to those who applied to her for assistance in their studies.