T24 MIMULUS MYRSIPHYLLUM ASPARAGOIDES. 



It is increased by seeds, divisions o: the roots, or 

 lay cuttings which may be rooted in water, or soil 

 under glass. 



Mimulus Lutens, comprises numerous varieties, with white, sul- 

 phur and yellow grounds, spotted with crimson, scarlet, pink etc. 

 A double variety called Hose-upon-hose, is very remarkable 



Mimulus moschatttS) or Musk Plant grown for the odor of musk 

 in its leaves ; fl nvers yellow. 



MYRSIPHYLLUM ASPARAGOIDES. 



(SMILAX.) 



This twining plant named from myrsine a myrtle, 

 and pJiyllon, a leaf ; alluding to the resemblance of 

 the leaves, is a native of the Cape of Good Hope. 

 It is commonly known as Smilax, and is extensive- 

 ly grown by florists for decorative purposes. It has 

 a sinuous stem with alternating glossy green leaves, 

 giving it a remarkably graceful appearance. It will 

 remain fresh hours after it has been cut, and this 

 unusual quality makes it highly valuable for orna- 

 menting rooms, tables, or dresses, and it is by 

 many considered indispensable for decorations on 

 festive occasions. 



SOIL AND GENERAL TREATMENT. 



Smilax thrives in a mixture of loam and leaf- 

 mold. 



It should be watered carefully, giving but little 

 when the plants are young, slightly increasing the 



