
          from decomposed
 serpentine or other
 magnesium rocks. All 
 the leaves contain
 dead insects. They are
 probably essential to 
 its healthy growth.


 I have communicated 
 more facts in regard to 
 the plant [inserted: to Dr Gray] and have
 supplied him with
 seeds. I hope this 
 interesting plant may 
 be cultivated.


 Yours truly
 Wm [William] H Brewer

        