massive white filaments of the upper flowers with the propor 
tionately small cinnamon-coloured calyx and anthers, forms 
the conspicuous feature of the bloom, which is slightly 
fragrant. A perfectly hardy plant, and will grow in any 
shady situation ; flowering in March and April. Introduced 
by Messrs. Frasers in 1800. 
The drawing was taken at Mr, Joseph Kirke’s nursery, 
Old Brompton. ; 
a The 4 stamens of the male flower separated from the calyx. 5 The 
pistil of the female flower separated from the calyx. ld 
