184 THE CHINESE SUGAR CANE. 
more, and is less combustible than that which is usually 
employed for the same purpose. 
As yet, of course, no experiments have been made in 
making paper from the sorgho stalks in this country, but 
from the specimens in the books of Dr. Sicard and M. 
Duret, I think it possible that our manufacturers will 
apply themselves to experiments in this respect, and 
doubtless improve upon the results of the French inves- 
tigators. 
Thus, through all its different aspects, have we traced 
this wonderful plant; which, although so lately introduced, 
has created such very general interest with those who 
have had any experience in its cultivation. It now only 
remains for me to present the result of my labors to the 
American farmers and planters, and to express the wish 
that the Chinese Sugar Cane may realize the flattering 
promise which it now gives, and prove itself worthy of 
adoption into the list of our most valued economical 
plants. 
