Scottish botanist (1772-1827).
Dugald Carmichael (born 1772 in Stronacraoibh, Lismore Island, died 1827 in Appin) was a Scottish botanist and officer in the 72nd Highlanders. He is known as the "Father of Marine Botany". The plant genus Carmichaelia is named after him. He was a friend of Sir William Hooker.
Abbreviations: Carmich.
Occupations: marine biologist, botanist
Citizenships: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland, Kingdom of Great Britain
Languages: English
Dates: 1772-01-01T00:00:00Z – 1827-01-01T00:00:00Z
Birth place: Lismore
Direct attributions: 11 plants, 3 fungi
Authorship mentions: 15 plants, 7 fungi