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Massangeana — A form of the above, with the 

 variegation confined to the center of the leaf. 



Sandcriaiia — Small foliage, heavily marked with 

 white. 



Termiiialis — Foliage of various shades of red and 

 rose, marked with white. 



Brasiliensis (Fig 39) — Exceedingly handsome 

 for the center of a vase or stand, forming a beau- 

 tiful object. 



FIG 39 — DRACAENA BRASILIENSIS 



The Rubber Plant 



Ficus elastica — The Rubber Plant (Fig 40). 

 Probably more popular than any other decorative plant 

 except the Palm. Its large, heavy, shining foliage 

 is very attractive, and because of its thick, leathery 

 texture it is able to stand the effects of dust and dry 

 air better than almost any other plant. Of the easiest 

 culture. Care should be taken to keep it free from 



