. Nelumbium. (jEpE^L LI0T OF CHOICE J\Q.[JATIdp\ AZOLLA CAROLINIANA. A floating plant which produces no flowers, but is ex- ceedingly interesting on account of the beauty and deli- cacy of its foliage. A small plant placed in a pan of water soon covers the entire surface; it should be grown in the shade. 25 cts. each. CERATOPTERIS THALICTROIDES. This is an extremely curious and interesting Fern, grow- ing with its roots entirely submerged in water, either in a pot or planted out in shallow water. The fronds are from 1 to 3 feet long and beautifully forked; it is sometimes called the floating S
. Nelumbium. (jEpE^L LI0T OF CHOICE J\Q.[JATIdp\ AZOLLA CAROLINIANA. A floating plant which produces no flowers, but is ex- ceedingly interesting on account of the beauty and deli- cacy of its foliage. A small plant placed in a pan of water soon covers the entire surface; it should be grown in the shade. 25 cts. each. CERATOPTERIS THALICTROIDES. This is an extremely curious and interesting Fern, grow- ing with its roots entirely submerged in water, either in a pot or planted out in shallow water. The fronds are from 1 to 3 feet long and beautifully forked; it is sometimes called the floating Stag's Horn Fern. 75 cts. each. Ready April 15th. CYPERUS ALTERIMIFOLIUS. An excellent plant for growing in water or damp places; will thrive in any good soil, and always present a green and attractive appearance. Plant in centre of tub. 25 cts. each. JUNCUS ZEBRINUS. This is a true rush, growing from li to 3 feet high, pro- ducing leaves variegated in the same manner as a porcu- pine quill, with alternate bands of green and pure white. It may be grown either as an aquatic or as a garden or window plant. 30 cts. each. LIMNOCHARIS HUMBOLDTI. A pretty little aquatic, with oval leaves, and yellow, poppy-like flowers, standing out of the water. It should be grown in partial shade. It is a good plant for growing in shallow water or an aquarium. 50 cts. each. LIMNANTHEMUM NYMPH/EOIDES. The flowers of this are similar to the above, but the leaf is larger, resembling a small Water Lily leaf, and is very pretty. It may be grown the same as the Limnocharis, and is perfectly hardy. 30 cts. each. IEIS. — VVe would specially recommend the Iris for planting round water lily ponds or in moist situations. Its lovely flowers will afford a charming contrast to the lilies. As they are perfectly hardy they can remain from year, to year without any care, and increase in beauty with age. 15 cts. each, $ per doz. OUVIRAIMDRA FENESTRAUS. (Lattice Leaf Plant.) This is popularly known as the Lace o
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