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Propagation. —The tree is propagated from seed, the large “ beans,” and 
can he supplied by every nurseryman. The leaves are pinnate, as shown in the 
drawing, and in a mass are of more than ordinarily handsome appearance. The 
foliage is dark and the whole tree shapely, quite justifying Cunningham’s laudatory 
remarks in regard to it. Those who are not familiar with the tree in its native 
habitat may see some magnificent specimens in the Sydney Botanic Gardens. It is 
one of our most beautiful native trees, always admired, and it should be more freely 
planted. 
EXPLANATION OF PLATE 25 (Flower). 
a. Calyx with stipitate ovarium. 
(a) Stipe. 
( b ) Ovarium. 
(c) Curved style. 
b. Standard. 
c. Wing and keel petals. 
d. Stamens (enlarged). 
PLATE 26 (Fruit). 
a. Legumen (pod). 
b. The same, after dehiscence by both dorsal and ventral sutures. 
c. Bean (seed). 
(a) Hilum. 
n. Remains of stamens. 
E. Persistent calyx. 
