Encloses quasi-hybrid Laburnum.

Suggests a new view of symmetry of flowers.

Will discuss coal and species sketch at Oxford [BAAS meeting (1847)].

Gives further details on peculiar Laburnum.

Can JDH lend him a full treatise on grafting?

Encloses another specimen of the "bilateral" Laburnum flower.

JDH’s aunt cannot find lodgings for CD.

Similarities between floras of Tierra del Fuego, Van Diemen’s Land, and New Zealand; does not feel migration sufficient explanation.

CD will take a room in Magdalen Hall at Oxford; thanks JDH’s aunt for trouble.

JDH’s books have arrived.

Glad to hear of new plants from Van Diemen’s Land and New Zealand.

Wants JW’s permission to carry out certain investments.