
          CHAENOMELES CATHAYENSIS. 
From F. N. Meyer, China.
A shrub or small tree, the fruits of
which are prized for their strong
pleasant aroma. Used in China for
perfuming rooms; also for preserves.
Leaves turn rich scarlet in the fall.
Probably not hardy north of Philadelphia, 
except in sheltered locations.
Known also as Cydonia cathayensis.

40550. CHAETOSPERMUM
GLUTINOSA. From Wm. S. Lyon,
Manila, P. I.  A Philippine tree allied
to Citrus, and recommended for trial
in semi-arid regions as a stock for the
cultivated citrus fruits. Occurs on
gravelly hillsides almost devoid of
rainfall during seven months of the
year. It is probably susceptible to frost.

40392. CHALCAS EXOTICA.
Orange Jessamine. From W. J. Tutcher, 
Hong Kong, China. A small
rutaceous tree with pale bark and 
pinnate leaves. Leaflets 5 to 9 inches,
dark green above, paler below. The
panicles of white bell-shaped flowers
are very fragrant. Fruit, small red
berry, 2-5 to 1-2 inch long. Grown in
greenhouses on account of the abundant
fragrant flowers. Being tested as
stock for citrus fruits.
        