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Scientific Intelligence. [no. 4, new series, 
a small specimen of the Cephdelis Ipecacuanha are in the Garden, 
but they appear to suffer from the misty atmosphere. It is of the 
utmost consequeuce, that the introduction of the true Cinchonas 
should be fairly tried on the Neilgherries, and Mr. Mclvor is well 
able to conduct the experiment. The drugs have been hitherto 
delivered free of charge, it seems to me tha^- the cost of productions 
should be charged to the Medical Department, as this Institution 
has always been hampered for want of Funds. 
Buildings. — The Conservatory sanctioned at an estimated cost 
of Rupees 4,300 is far advanced towards completion, and will un- 
questionably be a great acquisition to the Garden. The structure 
was designed by Capt. Francis, Engineers, and approved by Mr. 
Mclvor. The delay in its erection has been unavoidable, as re- 
ported by the Committee. 
The seed-house lately suffered serious damage from fire and re- 
quires to be rebuilt. The site selected by Mr. Mclvor is close to 
his Bungalow in a dry and convenient situation. This is a inost 
important department of the Garden, from which seeds ripe and 
correctly named can be at all times distributed to various parts of 
the country. An alteration of this old seed-house so as to admit 
four or even six apprentices and sleeping quarters would be highly 
advantageous. A plan and estimate amounting 
• 6tli July 1857. Rupees 1,650 has been forwarded"^^ I under- 
stand by the Committee for sanction. This provides I believe for 
flues and close-fitting drawers, dryness being essential for the pre- 
servation of seeds. 
Seeds. — Mr. Mclvor has made some important attempts at grow- 
ing European vegetable seeds in India. Experimental samples of 
many kinds have been sent by him to Dr. Wight, and these are 
now under trial in the Garden of the Horticultural Society, Lon- 
don. If a favorable opinion be given, Southern India will no 
longer be dependent for kitchen garden seeds upon England, France 
or the Cape. So far as the seeds have been tested in this country 
the result has been favorable, especially the Lettuce, Carrots, &c. 
It has occurred to me that the Soldiers' Gtirdens of this Presidency 
should be supplied with Neilgherry and English seed in equal 
