Charlotte Knight
Charlotte Knight (c. 1801–1843), known after her marriage as Charlotte, Lady Rouse-Boughton, was an English horticulturalist who bred the Waterloo cherry (also known as the early black cherry).
Charlotte Knight | |
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1834 engraving from the Court Magazine | |
| Born | 1801 |
| Died | 1843 |
| Resting place | St Peter's Church, Rous Lench, Worcestershire |
| Citizenship | British |
| Known for | Bred the Waterloo cherry |
| Spouse | William Rouse-Boughton |
| Children | 3 sons and 5 daughters |
| Awards | Silver Medal of the Horticultural Society of London |
| Scientific career | |
| Fields | Horticulture |
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