Siri von Reis

1931–2021 (age 90)

botanist and ethnobotanist

Biography

Dr. Siri von Reis spent decades as a botanist and ethnobotanist exploring how plants support health, culture, and the environment, bringing scientific rigor and deep respect for Indigenous knowledge to every study.

She mentored young scientists, advocated for conservation, and leaves behind a legacy of curiosity and sensitivity now honored at Kensico Cemetery.

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