Botanical Society of the British Isles
The Botanical Society of the British Isles (abbreviation BSBI; German "Botanical Society of the British Isles") is a scientific society for those interested in the flora of the British Isles . The society was founded in 1836 as the Botanical Society of London . It includes both professional members and amateurs. It is the largest botanical organization in the British Isles by membership.
The BSBI publishes atlases and flora overviews, for example for individual counties, with information on the distribution of the plants. It publishes the botanical journal Watsonia and BSBI News ( ISSN 0309-930X ), a three-times-a-year newsletter for members. In addition, the BSBI organizes conferences and runs an "education program".
The BSBI is headed by a council of elected members. It is recognized in the UK as a registered charity.
Web links
- Official website (English).
- Registered Charity No. 212560
- Botanical Society of the British Isles at the Scholarly Societies Project