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Ynes Mexia was born in 1870 & became one of the most successful botanists in the world.

At a time when most people felt women couldn't travel alone, she did - A woman of color in her 50s & 60s. Mexia traveled the Americas for 13 years, collecting >145,000 #plants & discovering >50 new species.

She was a fierce conservationist & early pioneer fighting to preserve the redwood forests of California. She also advocated for Indigenous rights. https://www.nps.gov/people/ynes-mexia.htm #HistoryRemix #science #history

Ynes Mexia (U.S. National Park Service)

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in reply to Sheril Kirshenbaum

∯ Suzza
∯ Suzza
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I was so happy when I learned about her. I like to remind myself that it isn't too late for me to study mathematics.
in reply to Sheril Kirshenbaum

Sheril Kirshenbaum
Sheril Kirshenbaum
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Just noticed I inadvertently left off a zero ⬆️

Ynes Mexia discovered & categorized >500(!) plants.

A number have been named after her.

Also, I adore this Mexia quote:

“I don't think there is any place in the world where a woman can't venture." /2

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