48 THALICTRUM DIOICUM. — EARLY MEADOW-RUE, 



The Early Meadow- Rue is hardly showy enough for the 

 flower garden, but those who like elegant foliage might find a 

 place for it in some half-shaded corner. It will not be found at 

 all difficult to grow. 



EXPLAN VTI< in OF THE PLATE.— I. Stalk with female flowers. — 2. Stalk with male flowers. 

 — 3. Female Bower, showing the separate pistils. —4. Male flower with perfect stamens 



