East Indian house, for both its parents are found in warm regions of the East, 
C. philippinense in particular being found near the sea level in very warm latitudes. 
It should be treated as a pot plant, and be well drained, so that any super- 
fluous moisture may be easily carried away, for although this has the robust 
constitution of the ‘majority of these hybrids, it will not thrive long if anything 
stagnant is allowed to accumulate about it. The soil should be about equal parts 
of brown upland peat-fibre and chopped sphagnum moss, adding a little turfy light 
yellow loam, which should have most of the fine mould beaten out of it, 
and be made very free and light, for we are under the impression that 
most of the strong-growing kinds thoroughly enjoy loam in a turfy condition, 
but we strongly object to the fine heavy portion coming in contact with the 
roots. Pot firmly and water freely in the growing season, and keep the 
atmosphere well charged with moisture. In the dull winter season, of course, less 
will be necessary, both to roots as well as in the atmosphere, but sufficient 
moisture must be retained in order to keep the leaves fresh and plump, for 
having no pseudo-bulbs care must be taken to keep the plants in good condition. 
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