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which he manifested for his brother. A species 
of the Syringa was consecrated to his memory; 
and, as surname, Philadelphus, which signifies 
one who loves his brother, has been used to 
distinguish this genius, two species of which are 
cultivated. 
Love, Maternal, Moss. Page 241. 
- Pure, Pink. Page 137. 
Majesty, Lily. Page 148. 
Meanness, Cuscufa or Dodder. This plant, of 
which there are five species, springs up out of the 
earth from seed, and no sooner does its stalk meet 
with that of another plant than it fastens upon it; 
its own root dies, and it then lives entirely at the 
expense of others. Like a vile parasite, it absorbs 
all the juices of its supporter, and is not long 
before it causes its destruction. 
Melancholy, Dead Leaves. Page 232. 
- Mind, Sorrowful Geranium. This 
charming species of Geranium, like the melan¬ 
choly mind, seeks obscurity, but it delights those 
who cultivate it by its delicious scent. Its colour 
is dark and unobtrusive, and it differs in every 
