I'TEKTS AQVn.lNA. 



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from frost. Tlir undorground stems arc capable of being used 

 as food. 



This species -will grow in almost any soil, but requires some 

 care in transplanting, and can only be successfully moved when 

 dormant in winter. 



There are several varieties, namely: — 



Fig. 827. 



BisuLCA, Lowe. (Fig. 827.) — A slender form with the costa 

 splitting for three or four inches at the apex, and bearing 

 VOL. II. 3 G 



