126 ALPINIA NUTANS. 
It must not be concluded, from what we have said of the management of 
A. nutans, that it cannot be successfully grown in pots, for it can, and is ; as plants 
have recently come under our observation that were flowering, although they were 
comparatively small specimens. 
Increase is effected by division of the roots. A rich soil, such as good loam and 
well-decayed manure, incorporated, with ordinary stove-temperature, is required. 
We are indebted to R. G. Lorraine, Esq. for the opportunity of preparing our 
drawing. 
The vignette below represents the natural character of the plant. 
