Suggests that the pappus of Compositae, when lying on ground, may absorb water which may function in seed germination.
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Suggests that the pappus of Compositae, when lying on ground, may absorb water which may function in seed germination.
Comments on MS of JL’s [1881] BAAS Presidential Address. Suggests that more attention be given to parthenogenesis.
Supports the statements on Henry Hicks in JL’s address.
Bonney is an "objector general".
CD has always supported A. C. Ramsay.
Discusses insect attraction to artificial flowers. CD’s experiments of 40 years ago failed, but Nägeli reported success by scenting them.