Rheinau in Schwetzingen in Rhein-Neckar-Kreis, Baden-Württemberg, Germany — Central Europe
Karl Friedrich Schimper
1803-1867
Photographed by James Hulse, September 23, 2024
1. Karl Friedrich Schimper Marker
Naturwissenschaftler
Seit der Ernennung zur Stadt im Jahre 1833 zog das Bildungsbürgertum allerlei Gelehrte und Forscher nach Schwetzingen, so den Mannheimer Karl Friedrich Schimper. Nicht selten wurde er als Universalgenie bezeichnet, auf dessen Forschungen bahnbrechende Erkenntnisse und bis heute geltende Lehren zurückgehen. Untersuchungen über die Blattstellung bei Pflanzen ergaben eine regelmäßige Systematik ihres Wuchsąs und ihrer Struktur. Eine dahingehende theoretische Schrift begründete die moderne botanische Morphologie. Auf Dekret des Kronprinzen Maximilian von Bayern stellte Schimper Untersuchungen über die Entstehung der Alpen an. Er entdeckte, dass das Gebirge nicht durch vulkanische Eruptionen, sondern durch Horizontaldruck entstanden ist. Ebenso begründeten seine Forschungen die Lehre der Eiszeit. Schimper wurde Opfer eines gewaltsamen Überfalls auf dem Schwetzinger Schlossplatz, von dem er sich nie richtig erholte und an den Nachwirkungen einige Monate später verstarb. Er fand auf dem hiesigen Friedhof seine letzte Ruhe.
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Since its designation as a city in 1833, the educated bourgeoisie attracted various scholars and researchers to Schwetzingen, including the Mannheim resident Karl Friedrich Schimper. He was often referred to as a universal genius, whose research led to groundbreaking insights and teachings that remain relevant today. His studies on leaf positioning in plants revealed a systematic regularity in their growth and structure. A theoretical paper he wrote established the foundation for modern botanical morphology. By decree of Crown Prince Maximilian of Bavaria, Schimper conducted research on the formation of the Alps. He discovered that the mountain range was not formed by volcanic eruptions but by horizontal pressure. His research also laid the groundwork for the theory of the Ice Age. Schimper became a victim of a violent attack in Schwetzingen's palace square, from which he never fully recovered and died months later from the aftereffects. He found his final resting place in the local cemetery.
Erected by Schwetzinger Zeitreise.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Horticulture & Forestry • Science & Medicine. A significant historical year for this entry is 1833.
Location. 49° 23.034′ N, 8° 34.669′ E. Marker is in Schwetzingen, Baden-Württemberg
Photographed by James Hulse, September 23, 2024
2. The view of the Karl Friedrich Schimper Marker in the park
Regionally, it is in Europe, the European Union, Atlantic Europe, Central Europe, the Schengen Area, Western Europe, and the Western World. Historically, it finds itself in what was once the Roman Empire and specifically also the Holy Roman Empire.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Johann Michael Zeyher (here, next to this marker); Leopold I. (a few steps from this marker); Friedrich I. (a few steps from this marker); Heinrich Tiedemann* (a few steps from this marker); Karl (Freiherr Von) Drais (a few steps from this marker); Louis Lingg (a few steps from this marker); Stéphanie de Beauharnais (a few steps from this marker); Hans Hirsch (a few steps from this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Schwetzingen.
More about this marker. There is a non-related marker attached on the other side of the post.
Also see . . . Karl Friedrich Schimper. Wikipedia
Schimper pioneered research in the field of plant morphology, particularly phyllotaxis. He is perhaps best known as the originator of the theory of prehistoric hot and cold eras, and was one of the initiators of the modern theories of ice ages and climatic cycles. He was a brother of botanist Georg Wilhelm Schimper and cousin of botanist Wilhelm Philippe Schimper.(Submitted on October 29, 2024, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.)
Credits. This page was last revised on October 29, 2024. It was originally submitted on October 28, 2024, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas. This page has been viewed 122 times since then and 8 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on October 29, 2024, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.
