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The Observations of Sir Richard Hawkins, Knt, in his Voyage into the South Sea in the Year 1593

Note 167 — THE OBSERVATIONS OF SIR RICHARD HAWKINS, KNIGHT, IN HIS VOYAGE INTO THE SOUTH SEA. (continued 3)

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The tree called Winter’s bark, Drimys Winteri, was discovered by Captain Winter, one of Drake’s officers. The bark is agreeably aromatic, and was found useful in cases of scurvy.

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