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species in cultivation , by its slender stem-like, pseudo-bulbs, which are not so stout, and much i 
longer. The leaves, also, are narrower in proportion to their length. The flowers, too, are some- 
thing larger, the petals measuring three inches and a half in length, and being of a proportionate 
breadth. Like many of the larger-flowering species it has a copious spot of rich purple 
on the lip. 
Choroze'ma specta'bilis, var. So long as this plant remains destitute of flower, there is nothing 
to induce any one to suspect it to be anything but the true C. spectabilis. It is in all respects 
similar, except in having the orange-coloured upper petals variegated with specks of white. It 
was obtained from the Continent by Mr. Jackson, of Kingston, who has now a flowering specimen 
in his nursery. Probably it is an accidental variety, raised from seed. As it is a quick-growing 
plant, with extremely slender shoots, it is well adapted for training to a basket or a trellis. 
Dendro'bium pulche'llum purpu'reum. A variety, received by Messrs. Loddiges, of Hackney, 
from Rajabassa, some years since, with petals of a deeper purple tint, and a brighter and more 
distinct orange spot in the centre of the lip. It has the same gracefully pendent habit, and 
profuse flowering disposition as D.pulchellum. Few Orchidacese are better suited for introducing 
as an ornament to a drawing-room : for, combined with an elegant growth and attractive blos- 
soms, it is gifted with the property of being able to accommodate itself to an extensive gradation 
of temperature. When the atmosphere is not too moist, the colours retain their depth and 
distinct character, and continue in perfection for a longer period in a cool place, than when 
permitted to remain in a stove. 
Dillwy'nia tenuifo'lia. This does not differ much from others of the same genus in the 
flowers, although it is materially distinct in the general figure and habit of the plant. The 
leaves are very small, and numerous, of a heath-like character. The branches are slender, 
scarcely strong enough to support themselves, and bend outwards with a graceful curve. Small 
twigs or spurs, an inch or two long, grow from the main shoots, and terminate in clusters of 
orange and red flowers. It is a New Holland species, and does not appear to require any parti- 
cular treatment, beyond that usually bestowed on hard- wooded greenhouse plants. We saw it 
flowering in the nursery of Messrs. Henderson, of Pine-apple Place. 
Echi'tes hirsu'ta. The honour of introducing this species belongs to Messrs. Veitch & Son, 
of Exeter, and, although not equal to other species which they have imported, it is by no means 
contemptible. It has a rambling twining habit, and will be useful for training round conservatory 
pillars, or it may be grown in a pot, and fastened to a wire basket. The blossoms are produced 
in clusters, and have a large spreading limb, of a pale cream-colour, the throat being streaked 
with orange-red. The whole surface of the tube is clothed with white hairs, very closely arranged. 
The twining stems and the leaves are also haii’y. A well-grown plant is in flower in a green- 
house at Mrs. Lawrence’s. 
Ho'vea trispe'rma. A beautiful species of Hovea is flowering at Messrs. Henderson’s 
under this title. It is a weak-growing kind, and will consequently require a little attention to 
keep it from becoming naked and unsightly. It has bright, lively, violet-coloured flowers, not 
unlike those of H. splendens, which was figured some months ago. A basket would probably be 
the best support for the shoots, which might be trained loosely over it. 
Kenne'dya monophy'lla, var. Another plant which Mr. Jackson of Kingston has received 
from the Continent, and also flowering in the Kingston nursery. Like the Chorozema, it is chiefly 
remarkable on account of variegatum ; but in this plant it is in the leaves , which have large 
irregular blotches without colouring matter ; and to increase the singularity of their appearance, 
no two leaves on the plant are variegated alike. Some are almost entirely without colour, others 
are nearly all green, and whilst the colourless portion is at the margin of one leaf, it is in the 
middle of another. 
Milto'nia cunea'ta. We perceive that Messrs. Rollisson’s new Miltonia, which we noticed 
last month, is described by Dr. Lindley, under this name, in the Botanical Register. 
Pime'lea hyperici'na. This is one of the best species in cultivation, but, although it has 
been in the country several years, and is not more difficult to grow than others of the genus, yet 
it is rarely seen in collections. Specimens are flowering with Mr. Low, of Clapton, and Messrs. 
Lee, of Hammersmith. From other species it is readily distinguished by its leaves, which are much 
like those of Hypericum perforatum. With a little attention to stopping the main shoots, to 
