Series 3: Research Papers, 1923 - 1988, bulk: 1940 - 1986
Series
Scope and Contents
This series contains correspondence, newspaper clippings, herbarium labels, lecture notes, field notes, a grant proposal, and both published and unpublished essays authored by Otto and Isa Degener. Topics covered in this series include the second Cheng Ho expedition, Canton Atoll, Flora Hawaiiensis, and the conservation of endangered plant species in Hawaii.
Dates
- 1923 - 1988
- Majority of material found within 1940 - 1986
Conditions Governing Access
This collection is open for research by appointment.
Extent
From the Collection: 14.8 Linear Feet (34 document boxes, 1 card file box, and 1 lantern slide box)
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
From the Collection: German
Arrangement
Arranged alphabetically.
Creator
- From the Collection: Degener, Otto, 1899-1988 (Person)
- From the Collection: Degener, Isa (Person)
- From the Collection: Topping, David LeRoy, 1861-1939 (Person)
Repository Details
Part of the The Archives of the New York Botanical Garden Repository
Contact:
New York Botanical Garden, Mertz Library
2900 Southern Boulevard
Bronx NY 10458 United States
archives@nybg.org
New York Botanical Garden, Mertz Library
2900 Southern Boulevard
Bronx NY 10458 United States
archives@nybg.org