CHAP TEAR, Xx koe 
MOULLETIA. 
A SMALL, epiphytal genus, related to Stanhopea, and of 
which about six species have been introduced from South 
America. They have short, conical, clustering pseudo-bulbs, 
bearing one large, plaited leaf, with a petiole of rather 
unusual length. The flower-scapes are tall and erect, pro- 
ducing large and finely-marked flowers, with spreading 
sepals and petals. The lip is united to the column, and 
is of very remarkable structure; it is divided into two 
parts, the basal one of which is furnished at each side with 
a curving, horn-like process almost the length of the 
column. The apical part is broader and articulated, and 
often develops two short, pointed lobes at the base. 
Culture.—Although of such a distinct and ornamental 
character, Houlletias are not common in gardens: never- 
theless, when in flower, few Orchids are more effective. 
They may be grown along with the Cattleyas, where they 
should be shaded from bright sun, and the atmosphere 
about them be kept moist. They may be planted in baskets 
of fibrous peat, with a surfacing of sphagnum, and liberal 
supplies of water ought to be given when they are making 
their growth. 
H. Brocklehurstiana.—One of the best of the genus, 
with very distinct and showily-coloured flowers. The stout, 
