WESTERN MONKEYFLOWER 



Mimulus guttatus Don 



The moist earth in the vicinity of springs and along the banks of 

 the little streams that flow from them, is favorable for the lush 

 growth of the western monkeyflower. Its clear yellow flowers are 

 set off to perfection by the brilliant green leaves. The plant is easily 

 crushed, and therefore difficult to carry away from its chosen situa- 

 tion, but with care it will last if kept in water in a cool place. 



We found this specimen near Vancouver, but it also occurs from 

 northern Mexico and New Mexico to California, Alaska, and Sas- 

 katchewan. It belongs to the Figwort Family. 



PLATE 313 



