l8o GYMNOGRAMMA TRIANGULARIS. CALIFORNIA GOLD FERN. 



wort abound. It seems to grow largest in sandy earth among 

 decaying leaves. In summer and fall (our dry season) the 

 leaves curl up into little balls. But with the first rain they seem 

 as fresh as ever, probably from a new growth." These facts 

 will very much assist those who may endeavor to cultivate it. 



Explanations OF THE Plate, i. A full-sized plant. 2. Under surface of mature frond. 3. 

 Enlarged pinnule, showing arrangement of the sporangia. 4. Pinnule, showing the upper 

 surface. 



