[Henry Irving. 



FIG. 440. SNOWDROP (Galanthus nivalis). 



The Snowdrop produces but a single flower throughout the year, but thuMower, if unfertilized, * fresh and 



open for a lona period ; and hence, if deprived of the visits of hive-bees (its chief pollinatore) for many days .at a time 



which may often happen in consequence of unfavourable climatic conditions), the ability to hold out is of greal 



advantage to the plant. EUROPE and w. ASIA. 



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