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innocuous, being fermented and drank by the Natives asa relish 
and laxative. If we may judge from the tetanic spasms of 
those who have been poisoned by ‘‘ Tute,” it is not improbable 
that the active principle is closely allied to strychnine. 
THE COTTON PLANT, 
Found growing on the ranges of Otago, are long leaves about 
six inches; same shape as flax; green on the upper side, white 
under. It has been found a good substitute for tobacco, 
and for relieving asthma. 
THE SPEAR GRASS. 
We should judge from its taste that it is a diuretic. It is 
certainly not poisonous, as the wild pigs feed on it It may 
be used as a diuretic when nothing of the nature can be had. 
IRISH MOSS. 
A moss equal to the above is found on the rocks along the 
coasts of New Zealand. 
CONCLUDING REMARKS. 
We feel as if a few words of apology were needful, for 
notwithstanding our care, several mistakes have been over- 
looked in revising ; fortunately, these are not such as will 
lead to any danger. Several words are’ misspelled, but not 
in such a way as to confound them with others. We find, 
however, that there is considerable difference in spelling 
amongst botanical writers. We feel also that we might 
be charged with the twofold aspect of sin, for some 
things we have omitted that we ought to have put 
in and others are in that some may think ought not; but we trust 
our readers will excuse imperfections when they reflect we 
were subject, while writing, to constant interruption consequent, 
on managing our extensive business. Our work has now gone 
forth with the hope that it will do good in removing pain and 
sickness, and enabling some to live longer the life which 
God has given us. 
J. NEIL, 74 George Street, Dunedin 
