The correspondence of Ferdinand von Mueller: Willow Vale Bowen ¶ June 6th 80. ¶ Dear Sir ¶ ¶ Will you kindly inform me what is the name of the enclosed weed and is it likely to have any medicinal virtues

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Physical location:

RB MSS M8, Library, Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne. 80.06.06

Preferred Citation:

Eugene Fitzalan to Ferdinand von Mueller, 1880-06-06. R.W. Home, Thomas A. Darragh, A.M. Lucas, Sara Maroske, D.M. Sinkora, J.H. Voigt and Monika Wells (eds), Correspondence of Ferdinand von Mueller, <https://vmcp.rbg.vic.gov.au/id//letters/1880-9/1880/80-06-06-final.odt>, accessed June 16, 2026

MS found with a specimen of Chamaesyce hirta (MEL 2180062). MS annotation by M: 'Answ 18/6/80.' Letter not found.

Willow Vale Bowen

Qld.

June 6th 80.

Dear Sir

Will you kindly inform me what is the name of the enclosed weed and is it likely to have any medicinal virtues — a Doctor here has recommended Tea made from it to be used in Cough & Asthma and many are using it —

Yours respectfully

Eugêne Fitzalan