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Herschel10362

From:
William Henry Harvey
To:
Sir John Herschel
Date:
[24 October 1837]
Source of text:
RS:HS 9.242
Summary:

Many thanks for the beautiful specimen of Satyrium, which he has named in honor of Lady Herschel. Discusses various plants and the effect of climate. Is sorry to hear the Herschels are contemplating leaving the Cape.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project

Herschel10363

From:
William Henry Harvey
To:
Sir John Herschel
Date:
[26 October 1837]
Source of text:
RS:HS 9.243
Summary:

Found ten species of orchids on Table Mountain yesterday. Gives details of some and discusses their distribution.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project

Herschel1862

From:
Sir John Herschel
To:
William Henry Harvey
Date:
[21 October 1837]
Source of text:
WT 69294.3
Summary:

Sends WH some plant specimens, and will send on any unique plants. JH has been asked for a description of the 'botanical climate' of the Cape, and asks WH's assistance with this.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project

Herschel1863

From:
Sir John Herschel
To:
William Henry Harvey
Date:
[1837-10-21 or later
Source of text:
WT 69294.4
Summary:

A note to accompany some more plant specimens for WH to identify.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project
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