CIE 
SILK COTTON.—Eriodendron Anfractuosum, A moderate-sized 
quick growing tree. Thrives from sea level up to 3,000 ft. 
The tree yields in about four years from planting. About 8 
lbs. of lint is obtained from a tree. A good tree produces 
about 2,000 fruits a year. 
Seeds 4s. per 100 or 10s. per 1000. 
SISAL HEMP.—Agave Rigidia Var Sisalana. This plant furnishes 
a very valuable fibre known as Sisal Hemp. It flourishes in 
any soil. It bears very long thick leaves. The fibre is 
usually sold at £30 to £40 per ton. 
Suckers 15s. per 100. 
SARSAPARILLA.—Hemidesmus Indicus. A _ small twining 
plant. The roots are much used as a tonic medicine, 
being included in the British and Indian official Pharma- 
copoelias. 
Plants £2 per 100. 
SUN HEMP .—Crotalaria Juncea. A very strong useful fibre is 
obtained from the stems. The plant is also used as fodder 
for cattle, or green manuring. The value of the Fibre in 
London, where it is known as “Bombay Hemp’ usually 
ranges from about £28 to £35 per ton. The chief use of the 
fibre is for making, canvas, cordage, fishing nets, etc. 
Seeds 10s. per lb. 
SUGAR CANE.—Saccharum Officinarum. Extensively cultivated 
in all tropical countries, for the sake of the sugar obtained 
from the thick succulent stems. It flourishes on any ordi- 
nary soil. Harvesting commences in 12 months from the 
time of planting. We have three varieties, black, variegated 
and white. These varieties do not bear seeds. 
Plants £2 10s. per 100. 
TEA.—Camellia Thea. Varieties: Genuine Assam _ Indigenous, 
High Class Jats, Assam Hybrids Manipur, etc. 
Seeds and Plants—Special quotations on application. 
TUNG OIL OR CHINESE WOOD OIL.—Aleurites Montana. 
Is obtained from the seed and valued in the manufacture 
of paints, varnishes, linoleums etc. It is also used for lac- 
quer-work, lubricating, lighting etc. 
Seeds 10s. per |b. 
