The British Flower Garden, (series the Second): Containing Coloured Figures & Descriptions of the Most Ornamental and Curious Hardy Flowering Plants; Or Those that are Somewhat Tender ...

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J. Ridgway, 1838
 

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Seite 2 - China, which has been fecundated by the pollen of the Tuscan rose. Its aspect is more robust than that of the other varieties of the China rose; and it is remarkable for the size of its leaves and flowers. The petals are yellow at the base, especially towards the centre of the flower; and are, besides, frequently furnished with a white stripe along the middle; a character also present in the common blush China rose. The blossoms are produced in abundance : they are very fragrant, and their colour...

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