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Gertrude Simmons Burlingham
1872-04-21 – 1952-01-11
Life & Legacy
Gertrude Simmons Burlingham (April 21, 1872 – January 11, 1952) was an early-20th-century mycologist best known for her work on American Russula and Lactarius and pioneering the use of microscopic spore features and iodine staining for species identification.
Occupation & Career
botanist, mycologist, teacher, entomologist, botanical collector
Education
Syracuse University; Columbia University
Legacy Highlights
Organizations & Memberships
Kappa Alpha Theta
Education & Institutions
Columbia University · Syracuse University
Sources & Provenance
- Wikidata population candidate Q3298330 — wikidata View source
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