INSULAR FLORAS. 303 



There is little new literature relating to the Atlantic 

 Islands, but Sir Joseph Hooker's comparison (56) 

 of the Maroccan and Canarian floras was overlooked by me 

 when reviewing the writings of Dr. Christ. In an article 

 (57) of more recent publication, the latter gives expression 

 to a considerable modification of his views on the affinities 

 of the Canarian flora. He now recognises a much more 

 intimate connection with the old African flora. But I must 

 not reopen the subject here. 



One important contribution (58) to the flora of the West 

 Indies has appeared. This part consists of a critical 

 elaboration of the Myrtaceae, than which there was probably 

 no group of plants more in need of revision. It is some- 

 what appalling to see such familiar trees as the allspice and 

 clove with a page and half of synonyms each ; yet it is 

 very useful, historically, as well as for practical purposes, to 

 have them brought together. 



W. BOTTING HEMSLEY. 



(To be continued.} 



