Summary
Sample of Ficus religiosa bark in a jar. This was collected and prepared by T.N.Mukharji as part of his work for the Indian Botanical Gardens. It was donated to the Museum by the Indian Government, Culcutta in 1887.
Physical Description
Cylindrical glass jar with black plastic screw-top lid containing small sections of brown, fibrous bark. Printed 'Science Museum of Victoria' label with handwritten text affixed to front.
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Acquisition Information
Donation from Indian Government, 1877
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Inscriptions
Printed 'Science Museum of Victoria' label with handwritten text reads: 'T.N. Mukharji Col. 1887 / Dyes & Tans / Case VII No. 2'
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Overall Dimensions
12.5 cm (Length), 7 cm (Width), 7 cm (Height)
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Keywords
Dyes & Dyeing, Economic Botany, Medicinal Plants, Mulberry Family (Moraceae)
