Forensic botany

Forensic botany

Forensic botany is the application of plant science to legal investigations. It involves the study of plant material, such as leaves, seeds, pollen, and other plant properties, to gather evidence that can aid in criminal or civil proceedings. The identification of plant material is crucial in forensic botany, as it can provide a link between an individual and a crime scene, pinpoint the geographical location of missing bodies, or establish the post-mortem interval (PMI) of a human skeleton.