Whitman Cross field book, 1901, Colorado, from the Department of Botany

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Description

This collection contains one field book containing a list of botanical specimens collected by Whitman Cross in Colorado from 10 July to 1 August 1901. Collector numbers 1-78 are included. Localities include Camp Creek, Virginia Gulch, and Vallecito (Needle Mountains, Colorado). Some genera of specimens collected include carex, salix, and erigeron. A note from the last page of the list states, "besides the above 7 heads of castelleja--concerning wh. Mr. Coville, gave directions as to mounting."

Date Range

1901

Access Information

At least 24 hours advance notice is recommended to consult this collection. Contact the Department of Botany at 202-633-0920 to make an appointment.

Topic

  • Cyperaceae
  • Asteroideae
  • Salicaceae
  • Plantae
  • Plants
  • Sedges
  • Aster
  • Sunfolowers
  • Daisies
  • Willows

Place

  • United States
  • Colorado

Form/Genre

Collection record

Accession #

SIA Acc. 12-020

Extent

1 field book

Physical Location

National Museum of Natural History (U.S.). Main Library