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[Henry Irving. 



FIG. 440. SNOWDROP (Galanthus nivalis). 



The Snowdrop produces but a single flower throughout the year, but thisjflower, if unfertilized, persists fresh and 

 : deprived of the visits " 



nmpnce of unfavourable 



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open for a long period ; and hence, if deprived of the visits of hive-bees (its chief pollinators) for many 

 which may often happen in consequence of unfavourable climatic conditions), the ability to hold out is of great 

 advantage to the plant. 



