Hermenegild Santapau
Hermenegild Santapau | |
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| Born | 5 December 1903 |
| Died | 13 January 1970 |
| Occupation | Botanist |
| Known for | Taxonomic research |
| Awards | Padma Bhushan Order of Alphonsus X the Wise Birbal Sahani Medal |
| Scientific career | |
| Author abbrev. (botany) | Santapau |
Hermenegild Santapau (1903-1970) was a Spanish born naturalized Indian Jesuit priest and botanist, known for his taxonomic research on Indian flora. He was credited with the Latin nomenclature of several Indian plant species. A recipient of the Order of Alphonsus X the Wise and the Birbal Sahni Medal, he was honoured by the Government of India in 1967, with the award of Padma Shri, the fourth highest Indian civilian award for his contributions to the society.