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is collected by me, unless otherwise expressed; and every research upon whatever matter is the same. For if any thing is communicated I will represent it as such.
Had I known the Glatton would have tarried so much longer than what was first given out, I would have sent you some more descriptions of plants.
I remain Sir, as always
your faithful sert
George Caley
Parramatta
May 13th - 1803
PS. I had forgot to tell you of a species of Coccinella being a pest to potatoes. I have seen a second crop with all the leaves devoured by them, which causes the potatoes to be very small, by entirely checking the growth of the stem. I have a deal more matters to communicate to you, but I am afraid I shall not be able to do all this until I return & see you in person.