Laurent de Jussieu
French botanist (1797-1853)
1797 — 1853
Quick Facts
Profession
French botanist (1797-1853)
Born
December 23, 1797
Died
1853 (age ~56)
Name Origin
French
Timeline
botanical collector, botanist
FranceBorn in ParisDied in Paris
1797
Born in Paris (1797-12-23)
1853
Positionpresident of the French Academy of Sciences (1853–1853)
1853
Died in Paris
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Laurent de Jussieu?+
Laurent de Jussieu is French botanist (1797-1853). Born in 1797.
What does the name Laurent mean?+
The name Laurent means "A surname from French, equivalent to English Lawrence or Laurence". It is of French origin.
When was Laurent de Jussieu born?+
Laurent de Jussieu was born on December 23, 1797.
When did Laurent de Jussieu die?+
Laurent de Jussieu died in 1853, at approximately 56 years of age.
Name Meaning
A surname from French, equivalent to English Lawrence or Laurence
The name Laurent is of French origin, meaning "A surname from French, equivalent to English Lawrence or Laurence". It is traditionally a male name.
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Laurent — December 23, 1797
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Capricorn
Ambitious, disciplined, patient
Earth · Saturn · Dec 22 – Jan 19
Chinese Zodiac
Snake
Enigmatic, intelligent, wise
Fire · Yin
Mayan Tzolkin
12 Men
Eagle — vision, freedom, higher mind
Celtic Tree
Elder
Free spirit, philosophical, wild
Ogham: Ruis · Nov 25 – Dec 23
Birthstone: Tanzanite — Transformation, new beginnings
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