PALMS 109 
fibrous soil. A partial shade and liberal watering is needed in 
summer. 
Kentia is a genus of palms almost similar to the Arecas in 
habit when small. They are robust-growing plants, with long, 
arching leaves, and among the best of all pinnately leaved 
palms. They require rich soil and liberal watering. 
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Fan Palm. Ldwdstona sinensis. 
Pheenix is the botanical name of the large Date-palm family. 
These, when small, are very useful and will stand lots of rough 
treatment. ‘They have a very bushy, feathery appearance on 
account of their long, spreading leaves, which are somewhat 
stiff and spiny at the base. Plenty of light and air is beneficial 
to all; liberal watering and full exposure to the sun is best for 
the stronger kinds, and they are peculiarly well adapted for 
lawn decoration in summer, 
