Plate 6 



Tradescantia humilis, our common spiderwort. This genus is 

 widespread and occupies a prominent place in the old-fashioned 

 garden of the North and East. It grows abundantly here in all 

 types of localities. (Courtesy of Mrs. B. Mackensen). 



A field of rain lilies (Cooperia pedunculata). These fragrant 

 lilies, like Parkinsonia, come into blossom following heavy rains, 

 another reason why rains are welcome in Texas. (Courtesy of Mrs. 

 B. Mackensen). 



