Book 1, field notes, specimen no. 1-2223, Colombia, 1930-1931

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Abstract

This item is comprised of hand written field notes from Archer's collecting endeavors in Colombia from February 20, 1930 to March 24, 1931. Dated specimen data begin and end at Medellín, Antioquia department. Localities are primarily from this department. Entries typically describe the specimen in size, color, and sometimes include scientific name and growing conditions. This item is a companion item to Book 10 from the same collection.

Date Range

1930-1931

Start Date

Feb 20, 1930

End Date

Mar 24, 1931

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

  • Botany
  • Plants
  • Botanists

Place

  • Colombia
  • Antioquia department
  • Medellín

Form/Genre

  • Fieldbook record
  • Field notes

Accession #

SIA Acc. 11-103

Collection name

W. Andrew Archer field books, 1930-1951, from the Department of Botany

Physical Description

1 field book

Physical Location

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