he stated that these experiments would probably tend to the 
modification of opinions that have been held on the subject of 
variegation, and also on that of the influence of the stock or 
scion in producing any change in the habit or growth of the 
plant ; while Mr. Van Houtte has stated, that if the variegated 
scion be removed, the variegation gradually disappears from the 
stock, and green leaves only are then produced. 
The form which we have figured is the variegated one of 
Megapotamicum, which Mr. Laing has called M armor at am, a 
name it richly deserves ; for the leaves are, as will be seen, 
most beautifully marked, while the contrast with the bright 
scarlet flower makes the effect still more remarkable. The 
obtaining of such plants will be within the reach of every 
one who has skill enough for simple grafting, and who will 
take the trouble to do it. 
