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Volume 3, 1870
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Thymeleæ.

Pimelea Traversii, Hook. f. Our specimens of this dwarf glabrous-leafed alpine were obtained some distance above the Rangitata Gorge; it is erect in habit, bears pinkish white flowers; it thrives in stiff clay soil, and it is very difficult to remove without injury; it is readily raised from seed.

Pimelea prostrata, Vahl. Common amongst the Malvern Hills; of prostrate

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habit; its trailing branches somewhat radiate; its creamy white flowers are fragrant, and succeeded by greenish white fruit; it does well in stiff soil; from its long tap root it is difficult to remove with safety.

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