A scientist who studies plants is called a botanist. Botany, a branch of biology, focuses on the study of plant life, including their structure, growth, reproduction, metabolism, and ecology. Botanists can specialize in various areas, such as plant taxonomy, genetics, physiology, or ecology, contributing to our understanding of plant diversity and their interactions with the environment. This knowledge is vital for agriculture, conservation, and understanding ecosystems. Botanists may work in laboratories, greenhouses, or natural settings and often engage in field research, teaching, and public policy initiatives related to plant biodiversity and conservation.