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Elsa Beata Bunge
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Elsa Beata Wrede
18 April 1734 Peppiola, Finland
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| Died | 19 January 1819 (aged 84) Beateberga, Sweden
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| Occupation | botanist and writer |
| Known for | As botanist and writer |
| Spouse(s) | Sven Bunge |
Elsa Beata Bunge, born Wrede (her maiden name), was a Swedish botanist and writer. She lived from April 18, 1734, to January 19, 1819. She was also a member of the Swedish nobility, meaning her family had a special social status.
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Early Life and Family
Elsa Beata was born on April 18, 1734. Her father was Fabian Wrede, a powerful statesman and baron. Her mother was Katarina Charlotta Sparre.
In 1761, Elsa Beata married Sven Bunge. He was also a statesman, a person involved in government and politics.
A Passion for Plants
Elsa Beata Bunge loved studying plants. She was an amateur botanist, which means she studied plants for fun, not as her main job. She had many large greenhouses at her home, Beateberga manor. The name "Beateberga" actually means "The Mountain of Beata."
Bunge was connected to the Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences. This was a very important group for science in Sweden. She often wrote letters to Carl von Linné, a famous Swedish scientist who created the system for naming plants and animals.
Her husband was a member of the Academy. From 1780, Elsa Beata herself started writing to the Academy. She would talk about her science experiments with plants. She also shared the results of her studies.
Important Botanical Work
Elsa Beata Bunge became well known for her plant studies. She wrote an important book about plants called Om vinrankors beskaffenhet efter sjelfva naturens anvisningar. This means "About the nature of vine grapes by direction from nature itself."
The book was published in 1806 and included helpful tables. This work helped her become recognized as a serious botanist.
Her Unique Style
Countess Bunge was also known for her unusual way of dressing. She often wore clothes that looked like a man's outfit, but with a skirt. Many stories were told about her unique style.
One time, King Gustav III of Sweden saw her at the Royal Swedish Opera. He noticed her interesting clothes and asked who she was. Bunge famously replied, "Tell His Majesty that I am the daughter of statesman Fabian Wrede and married to statesman Sven Bunge."
Later Life and Death
Elsa Beata Bunge passed away on January 19, 1819. She died at her home, Beateberga manor, in Röö Parish.
Her Published Work
- Om vinrankors beskaffenhet efter sjelfva naturens anvisningar (1806)
See also
In Spanish: Elsa Beata Bunge para niños
