PASSION-FLOWER. 
“ The Passion-flower derives its name from 
a superstitious idea that all the instruments of 
the Saviour’s passion are represented in it. 
“Most of the Passion-flowers are natives 
of the hottest parts of America, and require a 
stove in this country. It is a beautiful genus. 
The rose-coloured Passion-flower is a native 
of Virginia, and is the species which was first 
known in Europe. It has since been in great 
measure superseded by the blue Passion¬ 
flower, which is hardy enough to flower in the 
open air, and makes an elegant tapestry for 
an unsightly wall. The leaves of this, in the 
autumn, are of the most brilliant crimson; 
and, when the sun is shining upon them, seem 
to transport one to the gardens of Pluto. 
The rose-coloured, however, if sheltered 
from frost, will thrive without artificial heat. 
In mild weather it may be allowed fresh air, 
and in the summer will enjoy a full exposure 
to it. The flowers are purple and white ; 
very handsome, and sweet, but very short¬ 
lived ; opening in the morning, and fading in 
the evening. 
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