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The Coming of the Kauris |
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| Authors: | David J Mabberley |
| Institution: | Greening Australia (New South Wales) Inc. and University of Leiden |
| Abstract: | The introduction to Europe of species of Agathis , major timber trees (kauris) grown there as greenhouse ornamentals, is discussed. The importance of Sir Joseph Banks, Kew and the Royal] Botanic Gardens Sydney is explained and the paramount historical significance of the kauris still growing in Sydney is stressed. |
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