A native of dry mountainous places in the temperate
parts of Mexico, whence it was introduced into the Royal
Gardens at Madrid, in 1795. It grows well in any light soil,
IS readily increased hoth by seeds and cuttings, and requires
protection in Winter, being no more than an annual, if kept
m the open border.
Our drawing was derived from Mr. Dennis’s Nursery, at
Chelsea, in August last.
The generic is already explained at fol. 59. D. Don.
1. Calyx split open. 2. Stamens. 3. S ty le .
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