TAA i.3.2.12

Notebook
Botanical remains (TAA i.3.2)
Page number
12
Caption
Note for scientific publication on botanical remains
Creator
Leonard A. Boodle
Date of creation
October 1933
Material
Ink
Paper
Pencil
Measurements
25.3 x 20.2 cm (h x w)
Object(s) referenced (by Carter number)
315
Notes

Typewritten and annotated report on botanical remains, page 9. 

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                                                                                 9.

          Cyperus Papyrus L. [Cyperaceae]. Papyrus or Paper-reed.

The specimen examined is part of an upright stem.

          This plant occurs in Egypt, Sudan and Tropical Africa generally 

(Herb. Kew).

          The pith-like core of the upright stem was the part used in 

ancient times for the manufacture of paper, and medicinal properties 

have been attributed to the plant (Drag.)

 

 

                                              no. 315.