Has been testing the digestive powers of Drosera; wants to know whether a group of substances that elicit similar responses are related.
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Has been testing the digestive powers of Drosera; wants to know whether a group of substances that elicit similar responses are related.
Asks JDH for leaves of Byblis and Roridula to examine, and D. Oliver for an anomalous species of Utricularia.
Sends information CD requested on phosphate of ammonia and on nitrogenous substances produced during putrefaction of animal matter.
Doubts whether sudden and great variations often occur.
Comments on colours of flowers.