Karl Heinrich Emil Koch | |
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| Born | 6 June 1809 Ettersburg, Germany |
| Died | 25 May 1879 (aged 69) Berlin, Germany |
Karl Heinrich Emil Koch (6 June 1809 – 25 May 1879) was a German botanist. He is best known for his botanical explorations in the Caucasus region, including northeast Turkey. Most of his collections have today been lost.[citation needed] He is also known as the first professional horticultural officer in Germany.