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AFFINITIES. 



1. With E. vernicosa Hook. f. 



It differs from the above species in the broadly ovate to broadly-lanceolate, 

 thick, shining, different shaped leaves, in the very blunt buds, which are more globular, 

 in the round, smooth operculum, and in the more hemispherical fruits. 



2. With E. Johnstoni Maiden. 



It is closely allied to this species, and may be an alpine form with considerably 

 reduced leaves and buds and smooth fruits. It has, also, the crenulate leaves of 

 E. Johnstoni, a character which is rather unique in the genus, and which is confined to 

 about three other species. 



