
          39000. BAUHINIA PURPUREA. 
From L. J. Mackintosh,
Darjeeling, India. Small tree resembling 
Redbud (Cercis canadensis), in habit,
with corymbs of large white to rich
purple flowers. Leaves composed of
twin leaflets united one-half to two-
thirds their length. This beautiful
tree has succeeded well in Florida
and southern California and blooms
through the winter and spring months.

40708. BAUHINIA SP. From
F. N. Meyer, near Ma dja Key, Kansu,
China. A dense shrub, 3 to 4 feet high,
found in stony soil on mountain
slopes. For trial as an ornamental in
regions with dry, mild winters.

BELOU MARMELOS. Bael
Fruit. Handsome tree of the family
rutaceae, with thin trifoliolate leaves
and greenish yellow fruit, usually 4
to 5 inches in diameter. Eaten raw or
used for making marmalade or sherbet
and other refreshing drinks. Has mild
laxative properties. Said to withstand
temperature of 20° F. in northwestern
India.
        