William Herbert (botanist), Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death

William Herbert (botanist)

British botanist, botanical illustrator, poet, and clergyman (1778–1847)

Date of Birth: 12-Jan-1778

Place of Birth: Hampshire, England, United Kingdom

Date of Death: 28-May-1847

Profession: poet, politician, cleric, botanist, botanical illustrator

Zodiac Sign: Capricorn

The Hon.
William Herbert (12 January 1778 – 28 May 1847) was a British botanist, botanical illustrator, poet, and clergyman.
He served as a member of parliament for Hampshire from 1806 to 1807, and for Cricklade from 1811 to 1812.
His botanical writings are noted for his treatment of Amaryllidaceae.