
          38883. BETA VULGARIS.
Beet. From W. W. Mackie, Esperanza,
Sonora, Mexico. This is a drought 
resistant variety obtained from Turkestan, 
where the leaves are much used
for greens. The plant is vigorous and
produces large roots, with tender,
sweety light red flesh.

39002. BETULA CYLINDROSTACHYA. 
Birch. From L.J. Mackintosh, 
Darjeeling, India. A tree found
in the Himalayas between 3,000 and
10,000 feet, often attaining a height
of 60 feet. Trunk clothed with curling 
flakes of papery bark giving it a
curious ragged appearance. The dark
green leaves are smooth above, slightly 
pubescent below, ovate, 2 to 4 inches
long, 1½ to 3 inches wide. Wood said
to be hard, durable and strong.

39638, BOEHMERIA RUGULOSA. 
From G. H. Cave, Darjeeling, 
India. Small tree with grayish brown
branches. Wood is of reddish color,
moderately hard, evenly grained, 
durable and seasons well. Weighs about
41 pounds per cubic foot and is easily
worked. Used in the manufacture of
bowls, milk pails, churns, cups and
tobacco boxes.
        