CoH UAE iee iy TE XxONi. 
TRICMOSMA. 
THIS monotypic genus is nearly allied to Ccelogyne, from 
which it chiefly differs in its erect, tufted stems; it has 
also been included under Eria. The species is an epiphyte, 
and a native of the Khasya Mountains, whence it was in- 
troduced in 1840. 
Culture.—This is one of the most easily-cultivated of 
Orchids. It delights in a cool, moist atmosphere, and may 
be grown with the Odontoglossums. Imported plants should 
be kept in the intermediate house until fully established. 
They should be potted in fibrous peat and sphagnum, 
and, as copious supplies of water are necessary during 
growth, perfect drainage is essential. Although less water 
is needed in winter, the roots must at no time be allowed 
to remain dry. Provided a vigorous, healthy growth be 
obtained, this Orchid seldom fails to bloom. 
T. suavis—An extremely pretty, free-flowering plant, 
which certainly deserves more notice than it has hitherto 
received. It has slender, tapering stems about 8in. high, 
surmounted by two bright green, oblong leaves, between 
which the four- to eight-flowered raceme is produced. The 
flowers are rin. in diameter, and delightfully fragrant. 
The sepals and petals are lance-shaped, creamy white ; 
