Charles de la Croix (C. de la Croix)

Charles de la Croix was a Belgian Jesuit missionary and botanist active in the 19th century. He is known for his work in exploring and documenting the flora of the regions he studied, particularly in Central Africa. His efforts contributed to the scientific understanding of African plant species, and he was dedicated to both education and evangelization through his missionary and botanical pursuits. His work combines scientific inquiry with cultural and religious commitment, reflecting a period when exploration often involved both scholarly research and missionary activity.