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in winter or spring. C. jasminea is similar to this in habit, 
but has white flowers. Propagated by cuttings that should lie 
a day or two before insertion. A light, rich, sandy soil is suit- 
able. Well-grown plants of these are very ornamental and last 
a long time in flower. 
Rochea falcata is one of the oldest inhabitants in gardens. 
It is a curious-looking plant, with 2 to 3 inches long falcate, 
thick and fleshy leaves, disposed spirally on the rather tall 
stems. Has nice crimson flowers, and is very picturesque at 
all times. Soil as above, with addition of old mortar or simi- 
lar stuff. 
Bryophyllum is a tall-growing shrub, with long pinnately 
divided fleshy leaves, remarkable for the quality of forming 
numerous little plants at the termination of the veins on the 
notched edge. It is thus easily propagated. The flowers are 
insignificant. Soil as for Crassula. 
Mesembryanthemums are curious, fleshy, often shrubby 
plants, with flowers in outward appearance resembling Asters 
or Daisies. The flowers are generally handsome and brightly 
colored, and expand in sunshine. 
M. australe is a kind sometimes seen in American green- 
houses. It has slender, shrubby, creeping stems, and will be 
seen on bright summer days, completely covered with numerous 
small, bright-pink flowers. Leaves very small and _ fleshy. 
Good for hanging-baskets or window-boxes. 
M. caulescens is another pretty, shrubby kind, with long, awl- 
shaped leaves, and rather large, rose-colored, fragrant flowers. 
M. cordifolium variegatum, with variegated leaves and creep- 
ing stems, is chiefly remarkable for its foliage. Propagated by 
seeds or cuttings. This plant is very useful in vases, baskets, 
and window-boxes, and is largely used for carpet-bedding. 
