Rapport sur un voyage botanique en Algérie, de Philippeville à Biskra et dans les Monts Aurès, entrepris en 1853 sous le patronage du Ministère de la guerre

Name: Rapport sur un voyage botanique en Algérie, de Philippeville à Biskra et dans les Monts Aurès, entrepris en 1853 sous le patronage du Ministère de la guerre
Author: E. Cosson

By E. Cosson

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The author presents a scientific account of a botanical expedition across northeastern Algeria, documenting plant distribution from the coastal strip through high plateaus to the Saharan fringes and the Aurès mountains. The narrative details field methods, specimen collection, regional vegetation types, and several species newly recorded for the region, supported by observations on local cultivation and oasis tree inventories. The report also describes logistical organization, collaborators’ contributions, and maps and meteorological data used to contextualize floristic findings.

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E. Cosson

E. Cosson was a French botanist known for his contributions to the study of plant life in North Africa. His notable work, "Rapport sur un voyage botanique en Algérie, de Philippeville à Biskra et dans les Monts Aurès," documents his botanical expedition in 1853, which was conducted under the patronage of the French Ministry of War. This report not only highlights the diverse flora of Algeria but also reflects the scientific interests of the period, particularly in relation to colonial exploration and natural history. Cosson's work remains a valuable resource for understanding the botanical landscape of Algeria during the 19th century.