Abstract

On the basis of Osbeck's and Linnaeus's correspondence in 1752, which is briefly discussed, Osbeck's conveyance of his collections, and Linnaeus's subsequent incorporation of the new species into his Species Plantarum, are illustrated. A means of referring specimens in Linnaeus's herbaria to Osbeck's collections is provided. Finally an approximate date for the start of the printing of Species Plantarum is suggested.

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