THE BREAD- FKUIT. 
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5. Fruit may be found on the trees several 
months in the year, and the crops are so large 
that there is plenty of bread for those who wish 
to use it. 
6. At a height of about 10 or 12 feet from the 
Branch, Flower, and Fruit of the Bread-fruit Tree. 
ground the lower branches spread out straight, 
while above them the branches get shorter to- 
wards the top, giving the tree a good shape. 
The leaves are long and wide, with a bright- 
green colour, and very smooth. 
7. If you look closely at the flowers you may 
