If I were to be a scientist, I would likely be a botanist. A botanist is one who studies plant life and the life cycle of plants. Specifically, this could include going on excursions to catalog and document types of plants, studying plants for medicinal use, etc. Here is an article that shows a recent study involving calming effects of Lavender.
This field appeals to me because I have always been interested by plants, due to their diversity, and their endless wonders (cheesy. I know). Having a small section of woodland in my backyard, I sometimes find myself comparing trees, flowers, and shrubs. This scientific field matches up with my style of thinking because the plant world is incredibly diverse, and I’m not afraid to tackle a small section of this large field, or even the whole thing! Here is a small database of different types of plants. Again, this is only a small section of the plant world, as these are plants with common English names.
You might say I derive a little of my interest of plants from my grandfather, who was a floral culturist. With me carrying on from his legacy, who is to say my grandchildren won’t as well? This field itself will also carry its own legacy, as the plant world around us has created many foods, medicines, etc., and will continue to forever.
