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{{Short description|German pharmacist and botanist}}
| name = Johannes Zorn
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| caption = Portrait of Johannes Zorn
| birth_date = 1739
| birth_place = Kempten, Germany
| death_date = 1799
| death_place = Ansbach, Germany
| nationality = German
| fields = Botany, Pharmacology
| known_for = "Dreyhundert auserlesene Gewächse"
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'''Johannes Zorn''' (1739–1799) was a notable German [[botanist]] and [[pharmacist]] renowned for his contributions to the field of botany during the 18th century. His work primarily focused on the classification and illustration of plants, and he is best known for his publication "Dreyhundert auserlesene Gewächse" ("Three Hundred Selected Plants").
== Johannes Zorn ==
[[File:Scadoxus_puniceus03.jpg|thumb|right|''Scadoxus puniceus'', a plant studied by Zorn]]
'''Johannes Zorn''' (1739–1799) was a notable German pharmacist and botanist. He is best known for his contributions to the field of botany, particularly in the classification and description of plant species. Zorn's work was influential in the development of botanical science during the 18th century.


== Early Life and Education ==
== Early Life and Education ==
Johannes Zorn was born in 1739 in [[Kempten]], a town in Bavaria, Germany. Little is known about his early life, but it is believed that he developed an interest in plants and natural sciences at a young age. He pursued studies in [[pharmacy]], which was a common path for those interested in the medicinal properties of plants during that period.
Johannes Zorn was born in 1739 in the town of Kempten, located in the [[Holy Roman Empire]]. From a young age, he showed a keen interest in the natural sciences, particularly in the study of plants. Zorn pursued his education in pharmacy, which was closely linked to botany at the time, as many medicinal remedies were derived from plants.


== Career ==
== Career ==
Zorn worked as a pharmacist in various locations, including [[Strasbourg]] and [[Augsburg]]. His career as a pharmacist provided him with the opportunity to study plants extensively, both for their medicinal properties and their botanical characteristics.  
Zorn worked as a pharmacist, which provided him with the opportunity to study a wide variety of plant species. His work involved not only the preparation of medicinal compounds but also the classification and documentation of plants. Zorn's meticulous approach to the study of botany led to the publication of several important works.


=== Contributions to Botany ===
=== Contributions to Botany ===
Zorn's most significant contribution to botany was his work "Dreyhundert auserlesene Gewächse," published between 1779 and 1789. This work consisted of six volumes and included detailed illustrations and descriptions of 300 plant species. The illustrations were particularly noted for their accuracy and artistic quality, making the work a valuable resource for both botanists and pharmacists.
Zorn is perhaps best known for his work on the classification of plants. He was particularly interested in the flora of his native region and sought to document the various species he encountered. His publications included detailed descriptions and illustrations of plants, which were valuable resources for other botanists of the time.
 
Zorn's work was influenced by the [[Linnaean system]] of classification, which was developed by [[Carl Linnaeus]]. He adopted Linnaeus's binomial nomenclature, which helped standardize the naming of plants and facilitated communication among scientists.


== Legacy ==
== Legacy ==
Johannes Zorn's contributions to botany and pharmacology were significant during his time, and his work continues to be recognized for its historical importance. His detailed illustrations and descriptions provided a foundation for future botanical studies and helped advance the understanding of plant taxonomy.
Johannes Zorn's contributions to botany have had a lasting impact on the field. His work helped to lay the foundation for modern botanical classification systems. Zorn's dedication to the study of plants and his detailed documentation of species have made him a respected figure in the history of botany.


== Also see ==
== Related Pages ==
* [[Carl Linnaeus]]
* [[Botany]]
* [[Botanical illustration]]
* [[Pharmacy]]
* [[History of botany]]
* [[Plant classification]]
* [[Pharmacognosy]]
* [[18th-century science]]
 
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Latest revision as of 11:05, 15 February 2025

German pharmacist and botanist



Johannes Zorn[edit]

Scadoxus puniceus, a plant studied by Zorn

Johannes Zorn (1739–1799) was a notable German pharmacist and botanist. He is best known for his contributions to the field of botany, particularly in the classification and description of plant species. Zorn's work was influential in the development of botanical science during the 18th century.

Early Life and Education[edit]

Johannes Zorn was born in 1739 in the town of Kempten, located in the Holy Roman Empire. From a young age, he showed a keen interest in the natural sciences, particularly in the study of plants. Zorn pursued his education in pharmacy, which was closely linked to botany at the time, as many medicinal remedies were derived from plants.

Career[edit]

Zorn worked as a pharmacist, which provided him with the opportunity to study a wide variety of plant species. His work involved not only the preparation of medicinal compounds but also the classification and documentation of plants. Zorn's meticulous approach to the study of botany led to the publication of several important works.

Contributions to Botany[edit]

Zorn is perhaps best known for his work on the classification of plants. He was particularly interested in the flora of his native region and sought to document the various species he encountered. His publications included detailed descriptions and illustrations of plants, which were valuable resources for other botanists of the time.

Legacy[edit]

Johannes Zorn's contributions to botany have had a lasting impact on the field. His work helped to lay the foundation for modern botanical classification systems. Zorn's dedication to the study of plants and his detailed documentation of species have made him a respected figure in the history of botany.

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