Jean A Paton

Jean A Paton ( - )
Short biography

A botanist with particular interests in bryophytes and botantical illustration.

Full biography

Paton moved to Cornwall in 1959, partially due to its potential for rich botanical study. She authored two books on the flora of Cornwall and became a member of the West Country Writer's Association.

Paton was also a founder member of the Cornwall Naturalists' Trust, now known as the Cornwall Wildlife Trust.

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Jean Paton
Date of birth
04 January 1929
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