How did Boissier's travels influence his botanical work?
My expeditions were not mere journeys; they were the very foundation of my scientific endeavor. To truly understand a plant, one must see it in its native soil, observe its habitat, and note the environmental conditions under which it thrives. These direct observations, combined with the collection of specimens, allowed for accurate descriptions and classifications that were impossible to achieve from dried specimens alone. This empirical approach was paramount to my research.
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