👉 A botanist is a scientist who studies plants and their characteristics, including their structure, function, and behavior. They often use scientific methods to identify, classify, and study plant species, as well as ecosystems that support them. Botanists are typically trained in a variety of fields such as biology, geology, chemistry, botany, and ecology. They may specialize in specific areas such as plant anatomy, physiology, or genetics, depending on their interests and the needs of their field.