is often branched, the branches being up to 7 em. long; 
some or all of these branches may, however, be arrested 
in the bud-stage but are always discernible. This non- 
development of lateral inflorescence-branches is a com- 
mon feature in the genus and has been the cause of some 
contusion in the past (see Bull. Mise. Inform. Kew 1935, 
p. 197). 
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