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Physical location:

RB MSS M71, Library, Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne. 91.04.15

Preferred Citation:

David Martin to Ferdinand von Mueller, 1891-04-15. 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/1890-6/1891/91-04-15-final.odt>, accessed June 15, 2026

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MS found at MEL but original location not recorded; probably removed in the past from MEL 86462, a specimen of Calytrix tetragona collected near Euroa in 1891 of which Martin is shown as collector, described by M on his herbarium label as 'pleasantly odorous'. MS annotation by M: 'Answ 18/4/91'; letter not found.
DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE
VICTORIA
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MS bears the decorative insignia of the Department and is numbered 57537.
Melbourne , 15th April 18 91
Sir
I have the honor to forward herewith a parcel of shrub obtained from the ranges near Euroa,
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Vic.
and which, when rubbed between the hands, emits a very pleasant odour
Will you kindly furnish me with the name of the plant and whether, in your opinion, it would be useful for the production of scent
I have the honor to be,
Sir
Your most obedient Servant,
D E Martin
Secretary for Agriculture
Baron Sir F. von Mueller K.C.M.G.
Govt Botanist
South Yarra