Abstract
Mendel's seminal paper Versuche über Pflanzen-Hybriden has been studied thoroughly from many aspects and in all manner of contexts. However, mathematics and the mathematical context to Mendel's work seem to have received only superficial attention.
In this paper we concentrate exclusively on Mendel's mathematics. We treat this aspect of Mendel's work in its full complexity, both in its historical context and from the point of view of present-day mathematics, and give consideration to Mendel's education, mathematical knowledge, and influences.
We believe that in mathematics lies the key to resolving some of the enigmas that remain over Mendel's work.