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Seed Sample - Ervum Lens, Leguminosae, India, 1880s
Reg. No: HT 11379
- Summary:
- Jar containing a sample of Leguminosae - Ervum lens seeds (split). 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, Calcutta in 1887.
- Description:
- Glass jar with a white screw lid, containing a sample of orange coloured, Leguminosae - Ervum lens seeds, split. Two paper label's are attached to the outside of the jar.
- Acquisition Information:
- Collected from T. Mukharji
| Discipline: | Technology |
| Dimensions: | 15.7 cm (Height), 8.0 cm (Diameter) |
More information
| Tagged with: | economic botany, food |
| Themes this item is part of: | Botanical Fortunes: T.N. Mukharji, International Exhibitions & Trade Between India & Australia, T.N. Mukharji Collection, Domestic & Community Life Collection, Science & Measurement Collection |
| Primary Classification: | ECONOMIC BOTANY |
| Secondary Classification: | Foods |
| Tertiary Classification: | grains |
| Inscriptions: | Handwritten on label on jar: "Ervum lens (lensesanlerita) / seeds (split) / LEGUMINOSAE / Collected by T.N.Mukharji / 53 Food V" |
| Collector: | T. Mukharji, India, pre 1887 |
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