A paper on “Flowers & Insects” was read by Mr. W.H. Stott.

In giving the subject, Mr. Stott alluded to the delightful association connected with the study of Botany, the beauty & variety of the forms of plants & flowers and their economic & medicinal uses. The various organs of the flowers & their functions were fully described with especial reference to the chief modes of fertilisation. The important part played by insects in the latter process was dwelt upon at some length & it was shown how necessary the visits of  insects to flowers are as regards the continuance of the existence of many plants. 

The manner in which insects perform this important mission and the wonderful adaptability of their organs to this purpose were referred to at some length several Illustrations being given. Mr. Stott concluded a most interesting paper by pointing out the great value of the study of botany to those discussions of cultivating an acquaintance with natural works in their most beautiful form.