DRYING OF PLANTS
\dɹˈa͡ɪɪŋ ɒv plˈants], \dɹˈaɪɪŋ ɒv plˈants], \d_ɹ_ˈaɪ_ɪ_ŋ ɒ_v p_l_ˈa_n_t_s]\
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Desiccatio herbarum, Desiccation of Plants. Those which are very succulent should be dried quickly. They must be spread upon lattice work, covered from the light, and exposed to the heat of the sun or to that of stove, not exceeding 110 Fahrenheit. The drying of less succulent plants can be effected at a lower temperature. Flowers must be dried very carefully, excluding light. Seeds are dried in a place where there is a free current of air. Pulpy fruits may be exposed to gentle heat in a stove, which may be gradually elevated. Roots may also be dried in the stove: the tuberous require to be cut in slices.
By Robley Dunglison
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