Themes
These themes reflect the broad groupings of topics found in both the published materials and archival resources that document the history of the study of Australian eucalypts. Advice on the themes was also sought from botanists, historians and the Board of the Bjarne K Dahl Trust.
Our aim with the themes is to provide a good overall picture of each area with a particular focus on the people and organisations who had, and in many cases still have, a significant role in the study of the Australian eucalypts. We do not claim that these lists are comprehensive. There are gaps that we are aware of and are keen to rectify, and it is likely that there are gaps of which we are not yet aware. Therefore, we welcome your feedback and contributions of new knowledge.
Artists, Illustrators and Photographers
Artists, botanical illustrators, and later photographers contributed significantly to the identification and naming of the Australian eucalypts.
Chemistry
This list includes chemists, pharmacists and botanists, as well as chemical and pharmaceutical organisations with a significant role in the discovery and economic uses of eucalyptus oil in Australia.
Discovery, Identification and Classification
Under this theme, we have listed the botanists, collectors and explorers, and the herbaria and botanical gardens that were influential in the remarkable history in the taxonomy and classification of the Australian eucalypts.
Ecology and Conservation
This theme covers the botanists, ecologists, geneticists and environment researchers who have focused on sustainability and the relationship between plants and their environment, in natural and managed ecosystems.
Evolution and Biogeography
This category includes naturalists, explorers, and botanical researchers who have studied the origin, evolution and geographic distribution of eucalypts, including genetic evolution and conditions necessary to their development.
Forestry
This theme comprises a list of people and organisations involved in managing timber yields, such as plantations for timber milling and paper manufacturing; improving functions of the ecosystem, and increasing biodiversity.