Johan Pontén
Swedish botanist (1776-1857)
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Summary
Johan Pontén was born on May 2, 1776[1], in Vederslövs församling[2]. He died on September 23, 1857[3], in Korsberga församling, Växjö stift[4]. He worked as a botanist[5], entomologist[6], and priest[7]. He is known by 8 alternative names across languages and contexts.[8]
Key Facts
- Father: Petrus Pontén[9]
- Child: Peter Carl Pontén[10], Johan Anton Pontén[11], Jonas Otto Pontén[12], Gustaf Pontén[13], Samuel Benjamin Pontén[14]
- Country of citizenship: Sweden[15]
- Position held: co-minister[16], vicar[17]
- Educated at: Uppsala University[18], University of Greifswald[19]
- Award received: provost[20], Member of the Order of Vasa[21]
- Sex or gender: male[22]
- Family name: Pontén[23]
- Given name: Johan[24]
- Described by source: Svenskt biografiskt handlexikon[25], Q110636526[26]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: Latin[27]
- Birth name: Johan Pontén[28]
- Sibling: Peter Pontén[29], Anders Daniel Pontén[30]
FAQs
Where was Johan Pontén born?
Johan Pontén was born in Vederslövs församling[2].
Where did Johan Pontén die?
Johan Pontén died in Korsberga församling, Växjö stift[4].
Who were Johan Pontén's parents?
Johan Pontén's father was Petrus Pontén[9].
What did Johan Pontén do for work?
Johan Pontén worked as a botanist[5], entomologist[6], and priest[7].
Where did Johan Pontén go to school?
Johan Pontén was educated at Uppsala University[18] and University of Greifswald[19].
What awards did Johan Pontén receive?
Honors received include provost[20] and Member of the Order of Vasa[21].