Description: (Naturalist)
John Tradescant the Elder was an English naturalist, gardener, collector, and traveler recognized for his vital contributions to horticulture and botany. He played a crucial role in bringing new plant species to England from various regions worldwide, enriching the nation's botanical understanding. His expertise as a gardener for the nobility and royalty, coupled with his expeditions to procure plant samples, positioned him as a leading figure in botanical exploration and garden design in his era.