1 30 AUempt to ascertain the species of 



The seeds should be sown in April, in rows about ten inches 

 apart, in good light rich soil, dug very deep, so that the roots 

 may penetrate the earth and meet with no obstruction to make 

 them crooked. Thin out the plants to the distance of four 

 or six inches; give due attention during the season, and keep 

 the beds clean by occasional hoeings between the rows and 

 by hand weeding, and the plants will make a good growth. 



In October, or early in November, the roots should be 

 taked up and housed in the cellar, precisely in the same man- 

 ner as the parsnip, and may be used from time to time as 

 needed. We have left them out all winter, as they are as 

 hardy as the parsnip; and where there is a plentiful stock, one 

 or two rows might remain until March or April, when the 

 roots should be dug. 



There are various methods of cooking the roots, but one 

 of the most simple is to boil them, then mash and form them 

 into cakes, and fry them in batter. Served in this way, they re-^ 

 semble a real "native" oyster, challenging even the palate of a 

 grand gourmand to detect the substitute, and are an excellent 

 accompaniment to many dishes, particularly in the country, 

 where oysters are a rare article at all times. 



An ounce or two of seed will plant a bed suitable for the 

 wants of a small family. 



Art. III. Attempt to ascertain more correctly the species of 

 Oxalis cultivated in our green-houses; with Observations on 

 other species of a more hardy character. By John Lewis 

 Russell, Professor of Botany and Vegetable Physiology 

 to the Massachusetts Horticultural Society, &c. &c. 



Although much has been said heretofore, and many con- 

 tributions have been made to the pages of this Magazine, of 

 value to the amateur and florist, on the subjects of this present 

 memoir, yet a desire to add to the interest manifestly shown 

 towards the culture of these little floral gems, has induced me 

 to contribute the results of my inquiries towards a more pre- 



