John Tradescant the Elder

John Tradescant the Elder (c. 1570–1638) was a pioneering English gardener and collector. He managed notable royal gardens and introduced many new plants from around the world to England. Additionally, he gathered a vast collection of curiosity objects, including botanical specimens, artifacts, and rare items, which influenced the development of European natural history and museum collections. His work helped popularize exotic plants in England and laid important groundwork for modern horticulture and natural science documentation.