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scale and fungous diseases. Should these attack it, 

 apply the remedies advised in the chapter on insecti- 

 cides. An excellent plant for use in halls and the 

 corner of rooms where a plant of tall and stately 

 appearance is desired. 



F. varicgata is a superb variety having broad 

 markings of creamy white on a dark green ground. 

 Unfortunately, this variety is frequently subject to a 

 fungous disease, but the weekly application of Cop- 

 perdine should keep it in health. 



F repens is a creeping, climbing species with 

 small foliage. Fine for baskets, or growing about 

 Palms or other plants to furnish a covering for 

 the soil. 



Farfugium 



Farfnginm graiide — The Leopard Plant. Foliage 

 of thick, firm texture, nearly circular in shape, very 

 dark green, heavily spotted with clear yellow. Fine 

 plant for jardinieres. Large specimens are very orna- 

 mental. Give plenty of water and keep out of the sun. 



The Screw Pine 



Pandanus utilis — Screw Pine (Fig 41). Fine 

 plant for use in vases, as a centerpiece. Foliage long, 

 narrow and recurved, with sharp, needle-like spines 

 all along the edge. The leaves are produced spirally 

 along the stalk, hence the popular name of the plant. 

 Leaves green, marked with red. 



P J'eifcliii — A species having foliage striped 

 with white. A most attractive plant. These plants 

 should have a warm place in winter, and must 

 be watered moderately at that season, as they are 

 easily injured by too much moisture at their roots. 



