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Mason Ruth 1941. The medicinal use of native plants. Internal Reports, Botany Division, Department of Scientific and Industrial Research, Christchurch 249

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During World War II, with overseas supplies less available, Department of Scientific and Industrial Research, Botany Division investigated plants available in New Zealand for use as fibre or pharmaceuticals. This report gathered information from earlier sources (listed) and from personal contacts. Uses are listed under plant names. Includes a list of plants deemed worthy of further investigation "owing to their widespread use and high repute". Also a list that might be investigated owing to their relationship with other plants of medicinal value.

See also memorandum from Director, Botany Division, 19/6/41

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The medicinal use of native plants
1941
Mason Ruth

Internal Reports, Botany Division, Department of Scientific and Industrial Research, Christchurch. Now in National Archives. 
249

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