. Cyperus Alternifolius. riiscellaneous Aquatics. Se^ also under Aquarium Plants on preceding page. Acorus Japonica Variegata ( Vaj-iegated Sweet Flag). One of the finest variegated plants in cultivation. 25 cts. each ; $ per doz. — Gramineus VariegatUS. Dwarf growing, with leathery leaves, beautifully margined with white; handsome plant for margins or pot culture. 20 cts. each; $ per doz. Aponogeton Distachyon (Cape Pond IVeed). A very inter- esting aquatic. The fork-shaped spikes of pure white flow- ers are freely produced, and have the fragrance of Hawthorn. 50 cts. each; §5-00 per
. Cyperus Alternifolius. riiscellaneous Aquatics. Se^ also under Aquarium Plants on preceding page. Acorus Japonica Variegata ( Vaj-iegated Sweet Flag). One of the finest variegated plants in cultivation. 25 cts. each ; $ per doz. — Gramineus VariegatUS. Dwarf growing, with leathery leaves, beautifully margined with white; handsome plant for margins or pot culture. 20 cts. each; $ per doz. Aponogeton Distachyon (Cape Pond IVeed). A very inter- esting aquatic. The fork-shaped spikes of pure white flow- ers are freely produced, and have the fragrance of Hawthorn. 50 cts. each; §5-00 per doz. Brasenia Peltata ( IVaUr Shield'). Suitable for aquariums or edgings of small aquatic gardens. Flowers small, dull pur- ple. 10 cts. each ; $ per doz. Caltha Palustris {Marsh Marigold). Bright yellow flowers, produced early in spring. 15 cts. each; ^ per doz. Fl. PI. Double golden-yellow flowers, resembling a Double Begonia. 25 cts. each; $ per doz. Cyperus Alternifolius. An excellent plant for growing in water or damp places; will thrive in any good soil, and always presents a green and attractive appearance. 15 cts. and 25 cts. each ; $ and $2 50 per doz. Seed, 10 cts. per pkt. — Papyrus {Papyrus Antiquomm). This is the true Egyptain Paper Plant. From the snow-white pith of its triangular stalks the first paper was made. They are 5 to 8 feet high, and support at the top a tuft of long, thread-like leaves, which give the plant a graceful and striking appearance. It grows finely in shallow water with rich soil, and makes a splendid companion for flowering aquatics. It vi-ill also flourish and make a fine clump in the garden, with no more water than Cannas require to make them do well. 25 cts. each; extra size, 50 cts. and $ each. Eichhornia Azurea. This species of " Water Hyacinth " produces large spikes of flowers, of a lovely shade of laven- de;--blue, with a rich purple centre ; petals delicately fringed. 25 cts. each ; $ per doz.
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