From between the bases of the leaf rises the slen- 

 der stem of the flower, showing the slight and 



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inimitable curves of a living thing and arching 

 near the end to hold the bell-like blossom, which 

 is in itself a marvel of pensile grace. In the mid- 

 dle of the latter the stamens and pistils hang 



