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Schomburgkia. — These are shy-flowering plants, needing a 

 position near the roof- glass in the Cattleya-house. They are 

 lovely Orchids, and if they could be induced to flower satis- 

 factorily would be more generally grown. 



Sobralia. — This genus has Bamboo-like growths, from the apex 

 of which, when fully matured, are produced Cattleya-shaped 

 flowers in various hues. The cool intermediate house suits them 



Fig. 389. — MlLTONIA VKXILLARIA. 



well. The potting compost required is a mixture of peat, fibrous 

 loam, and sphagnum. As the species are practically perpetual 

 growers, they require moisture at the roots, with discretion, 

 throughout the year. 



Stanhopea. — This is one of the oldest genera known to 

 cultivation in this country. The plants are suitable for basket 

 culture, as the flowers usually pierce through the potting compost, 



