which the leaves are more fleshy in texture, the bracts shorter, 
the flowers much smaller and a greenish white beyond the keel, 
and the stamens unequal. We have examined the original spe- 
cimens of this latter, gathered by Forbes at Delagoa Bay. 
Tab. 177.—1, separate flower, slightly magnified. 2, separate stamen ; 
3, pistil; 4, horizontal section of ovary: all magnified.—J. G. B. 
ee 
This, like most of the species of the genus Ornithogalum, 
should be grown in rich loam, with plenty of pot room, and 
supplied liberally with water while growing. It requires the 
protection of a frame or cool greenhouse during the winter. 
I received my bulbs from Mr. T. Cooper, who collected them at 
Algoa Bay.—W. W. S. 
