What skills do you need to be a Botanist?

Answer 1

The skills you need to be a botanist are communication skills, love for plants, patience, accuracy, problem solving skills, research skills and attention to detail. Advanced schooling is also required for a degree or PhD in botany or related field.

Answer 2

Interest in Biology, ecology and the environment.

Scientific or analytically minded depending on what specific part of botany you would like to enter into. Above all, an intimate relationship with the plants.