three-lobed, the lobes commonly crenated and again obscurely 
lobed; the latter numerous, each upwards of an inch and a 
half across, consisting of nine or ten (the numbers seven and 
eight being also found) oblong sepals, of a pale blue-lilac co¬ 
lour, prettily relieved by the central tufts of yellow styles. One 
of the finest hardy plants of recent introduction, and of a 
sturdy vigorous habit.” It was awarded a first-class certificate. 
