58 THE ORCHID REVIEW. [FEBRUARY, 19909. 
of the lip closely resemble those of M. Phalzenopsis reduced to half the 
size.. There is an unmistakable resemblance to both parents, as was seen 
the moment the box was opened, and is strengthened by a comparison with 
flowers of the species mentioned. The flower measures 13 inches 
across its broadest diameter, and the sepals and petals are elliptical-oblong, 
somewhat acute, spreading, and of the most brilliant deep rose. The lip is 
distinctly four-lobed, over 3inch long by not quite as broad, with the apex 
of the side lobes rounded, and the colour bright rose, becoming almost flesh- 
coloured round the bright yellow disc, on which is situated an oblong crest, 
finch long, and slightly bifid at the apex. The column is oblong, Line 
long, witha pair of small membranous wings. The lip isentirely free from 
the column, and spreading, in which respect it resembles the Miltonia parent: 
M. Linden remarks that the habit of the plant is just that of Oncidium 
ornithorrhynchum, which would indicate the preponderating influence of 
the Cochlioda parent. The generic name Miltonioda is proposed as the 
most euphonious way of combining the names of the parent genera, and is _ 
analagous with Odontioda. The appearance of this brilliant little hybrid 
indicates the possibility of a new development. 
ODONTIODA GATTONENSIS.—A charming hybrid raised in the colJection 
of Sir Jeremiah Colman, Bart., Gatton Park, Reigate (gr. Mr. Collier), from 
Odontoglossum Kegeljani (polyxanthum) and Cochlioda Neetzliana, by Mr. 
Bound. It is most comparable with Odontioda Bradshawiz, but has a 
yellower ground colour and firmer texture. The sepals and petals are 
lemon yellow, with orange-scarlet markings, which occupy the greater part 
of the surface except at the base and tips. The lip has a large reddish 
blotch in front of the yellow crest, surrounded by a narrow primrose-tinted 
band, and a toothed orange-coloured margin, while the side lobes are 
striped with reddish brown.—Gard. Chron., 1909, i. p. 17. 
se elaia palbeesis 
OBITUARY. 
GEORGE FIELD Morris.—The death is announced of Mr. G. F. Morris, 
F.S.I., one of the original founders of the firmof Messrs. Protheroe & Morris, 
auctioneers, of 67, Cheapside, London, and well known to many of our 
readers who attend their Orchid sales. He was born on September 2nd, 
1831, and at the age of 14 entered his father’s nurseries at Leytonstone, to 
acquire a knowledge of the business. In 1860 he conducted his first auction 
sale, and about the year 1874 the firm was extended, and opened a City 
branch at 98, Gracechurch Street, afterwards removing to the present 
premises at Cheapside. Until his retirement six years ago he pursued an 
active career as an auctioneer and valuer. He died at his residence, 
Cambridge Park, Wanstead, early on seturday, january and, of heart 
failure, in his 68th year, 
