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in a comparitively few collections, by S. acutifolium, S. bigibbum and perhaps 
S. calceolare. S. bellinum, however, is a much more showy plant, and deserves 
a place wherever Saccolabiums are grown. About a dozen species are well 
known in gardens, of which S. ampullaceum, S. Hendersonianum and S. miniatum , 
like the one now figured, are small in size and exceedingly beautiful. S. curvi- 
folium may also be associated with the last named, as it has erect racemes of 
bright orange-red flowers, which are very effective. S. giganteum and S. violaceum 
are two closely allied species of great beauty, which usually flower during the 
winter or early spring. S. Blumei, S. guttatum, the are S. Berkeley, with one or 
two other closely allied forms, are sometimes considered by botanists as forms 
of Rhynchostylis retusa, and may well be associated together, as they are amongst 
the most effective of summer-flowering plants. Lastly may be mentioned the 
charming little S. coeleste, with its beautiful azure-blue flowers. This, too, flowers 
during summer, and has been referred to Rhynchostylis. 
The cultivation of Saccolabiums is not difficult, provided two or three 
essential points are not neglected. Coming, as they do, from one of the hottest 
regions of the globe, they should be placed in the East-Indian house, where a 
warm and humid temperature is maintained during the growing season. They are 
best grown in baskets, with all the light possible, and only moderately shaded 
during strong sunshine, so as to prevent scorching. They should receive an 
abundant supply of water during growth, but in the winter the amount should 
be reduced considerably, though they should never be allowed to become dry. 
Attention to these points will ensure success in their cultivation. 
