James Backhouse (botanist, 1825-1890)

James Backhouse (1825-1890), botanist, archaeologist, and geologist. He worked in Norway, Ireland, and Scotland, and was particularly known for his work on the flora of Teesdale. He was a correspondent of Charles Darwin.

He is also a member of the Religious Society of Friends, also known as the Quakers

References

*Desmond, Ray. 1994. "Dictionary of British and Irish botanists and horticulturists including plant collectors, flower painters and garden designers". New edition, revised and completely updated with the assistance of Christine Ellwood. London: Taylor & Francis & the Natural History Museum, 1994.