and spathulate, as an attempt at becoming antheriferous also. 
Style purple, very hairy. Stigmas 5, purple, revolute, and 
fimbriate on the upper side. 
The present plant has the appearance of a genuine spe¬ 
cies, being unlike every other one with which we are ac¬ 
quainted in the form of its stamens; we received the plant 
from which our drawing was made, from the Nursery of 
Mr. Dennis, at Chelsea, in July last; and it continued to 
produce its curious close heads of flowers for a long time; 
it is nearer related to P. capitatum than to any other spe¬ 
cies with which we are acquainted. It thrives well in any 
rich light soil, and is a very hardy sort, requiring only to be 
protected from frost. Cuttings of it will strike root freely 
if planted in pots, and placed in a sheltered situation. 
