AERIDES. 41 
toothed at the apex, white, dotted with crimson. This 
species begins to flower as early as April, lasting until 
July; it was introduced from Java in 1841. An easily- 
managed plant, requiring ordinary treatment. 
Botanical Register, xxx., t. 41. 
Fig. 8. Portion of Raceme of Aérides virens var. Ellisii 
(2 nat. size), 
The following are well-marked varieties : 
Var. Dayanum.—Racemes very long; flowers large, and 
bright in colour. 
