elosely embracing tbe stalk immediately be- 
low the insertion of the petiole. 
The flowers generally come in pairs, open- 
ing one at a time in the morning, lasting but 
a few hours. The divisions of the calyx are 
The flowering time 
is the latter part of summer. It is easily 
propagated by cuttings, and loves a rich 
loamy soil. It is said to be a native of Peru, 
and requires the heat of the stove. 
