comparatively cheap. In growth it resembles Dendrobiwm chrysotoxum, but the flowers 
are much more showy; in D. chrysotoxwm they are wholly yellow, whereas in this 
species there is a large sanguineous purple blotch on the lip, forming a. striking 
contrast to the rich golden yellow of the sepals and petals; in addition to this 
they are sweet-scented. The plant is of free-flowering habit, and when well-grown 
produces finely-developed flower-spikes. We » have seen as many as three spikes 
proceeding from a single stem. . . 
In habit of growth Dendrobiwm suavisssmum is very compact. The stems or 
pseudobulbs are about a foot in height, and furnished with one or two pairs of 
dark green leaves at the apex. The flower-spikes proceed from the tops of the two- 
year-old bulbs, and average from ten to twelve inches in length. ‘The stems will 
sometimes produce spikes for several years in succession. The flowers last from two — 
to three weeks in. perfection if kept from damp. 
Like other Dendrobiums, this species is found growing on the trunks and branches 
of trees in positions where it gets plenty of light and air. With us it thrives well — 
grown in a basket suspended near the roof, so as to obtain all the light and air — 
possible ; the bulbs thus become well matured. The best material for growing it m 
is sound sweet fibrous peat, with a good supply of drainage. The plants should be 
watered liberally at the roots during the period of growth, which is after they have 
done blooming. The temperature that suits them best is that of the East India- 
house while they are making their growth; but when the growth is completed very 
little water should be given them until they begin to show their spikes in spring, 
when it may be increased, as it will assist them to produce stronger spikes. The 
plant is propagated by division; two or more old bulbs should be taken off with 
a young growth in front. Insects should be well looked after, and when found be 
speedily removed. 
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