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Milady's House Plants 



to a large size, notably the Phoenix dactylifera, which 

 bears the well-known dates and attains a height of 

 more than 150 feet. The variety Phoenix Roebelenii, 

 however, which is of somewhat recent introduction, 

 takes its place among palms as one of the most beau- 

 tiful that we know. Besides its graceful, fountain- 

 like aspect, it has the quality of extreme hardiness, 

 standing up bravely under treatment which would 

 be fatal to almost any other kind. 



The popular Pandanus Veitchii which, if given proper care, can be maintained in 

 the house for years (see page 60) 



