From:
Johann Friedrich Theodor (Fritz) Müller
To:
Charles Robert Darwin
Date:
2 Feb 1867
Source of text:
Möller ed. 1915–21, 2: 109–11; DAR 70: 146
Summary:
Thanks for CD’s letter inquiring about capsules produced by the Maxillaria with larger pods [see 5331]. Gives descriptions of Maxillaria and of the other Vandeae.
Describes Oncidium flexuosum.
Tells of botanical results of recent excursion to the German colony Theresopolis. Brought home fine collection of living orchids.
Contributor:
Darwin Correspondence Project