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large leaves have a spread of several feet, as the plant 

 attains age Of spreading rather than upright habit. 

 It will be found most effective if given a pedestal to 

 stand on. A fine specimen is one of the most orna- 

 mental features of the most elegant hall. It imparts 

 an air of refinement and beauty to the place which the 

 most costly and elaborate furniture cannot give. Of 



FIG 32 — COCOS WEDDELLIANA 



extremely easy culture. A rapid grower. Ornamental 

 when small, and increasing in beauty with age. 



Arcca httcscens (Fig 31) — A very beautiful 

 Palm, with gracefully arching foliage, of a rich green. 

 This species is a general favorite. Its habit of growth 

 is all that could be desired. Whoever owns a fine spec- 

 imen has something he may well be proud of. In buy- 



