74 SELECTION OF PLANTS. 



It belongs to the 15th Class, under the head " Tetra- 

 dynamia Siliquosa." 



219. IRIS XIPHIUM, or Small Spanish Flag. 



This little bulb is one of the hardy of its kind, in- 

 creased from offsets, and blows in June. It is a native of 

 Spain, and first brought to England in 1 596. 



It belongs to the 3rd Class, under the head " Trian- 

 dria Monogynia." 



220. IRIS XIPHOIDES, or Large Spanish Flag. 



This bulb is another of the hardy kind, and easy of cul- 

 ture, either from seed or offsets, the latter of which should 

 be planted in September. It blows in June, is a native of 

 Spain, and was first brought to England in 157 I. 



It belongs to the 3rd Class, under the head " Trian- 

 dria Monogynia." 



221. GLADIOLUS VIPER ATUS, or Perfumed Corn Flag. 



This is a hardier bulb than many of its kind ; it has a 

 fine scent resembling eau de miel, or balm. It should, 

 notwithstanding, be guarded from snow and severe frosts 

 by putting either old tan or coal ashes on the surface, and 

 remove it when the bulb makes its appearance. It thrives 

 best in bog-earth. It blows in April and May, is increased 

 by offsets, is a native of the Cape, and first brought to 

 England in 1800. 



It belongs to the 3rd Class, under the head *' Trian- 

 dria Monogynia." 



222. SILENE SEXATILIS, or Stone Catchfly. 

 This is a hardy Perennial, and very fragrant, but as it is 



