William Herbert (botanist)

William Herbert
Born(1778-01-12)12 January 1778
Died28 May 1847(1847-05-28) (aged 69)
London
NationalityBritish
Alma materEton College
Christ Church
Exeter College
Merton College
Known forEarly taxonomy of bulbous plants
Scientific career
FieldsBotany
Author abbrev. (botany)Herb.

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.[1]


William Herbert (botanist)

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