Paolo Boccone | |
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![]() Paolo Boccone | |
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Died | 22 December 1704 | (aged 71)
Nationality | Italian |
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Paolo Silvio Boccone (24 April 1633 – 22 December 1704) was an Italian botanist from Sicily, whose interest in plants had been sparked at a young age. Born in a rich family, he was able to dedicate most of his life to the study of botany.