taking a lesson from nature, which in all cases is the surest 

 guide in cultivation. The growth of this plant like that of 

 most others is periodical ; after it has perfected its flowers 

 and leaves it gradually sinks into a state of repose until the 

 season of growth comes round again, when it pushes up its 

 leaves and its flowers if in health. Water therefore freely 

 whenever the plant shews signs of growth, and go on until it 

 has perfected its leaves ; but discontinue watering as soon as 

 the leaves begin to look yellow, and shew signs of decay. 



The best soil to grow it in is peat, loam, and sand. It 

 may be propagated by seeds. 



Erratum. 



Tab. IG, second page, line &, for anterior space reod jintcrior .«ipur, 



