Heuchera Lucida.
Shining-leaved Heuchera; Nat. Ord. Saxifragaceæ.
A very dwarf species, not more than 3in. or 4in. high; the foliage a clear bright green, nearly kidney-shaped, lobed, and roundly toothed. The fresh appearance of its prostrate leaves, which are 2in. across, forms a pleasing object in mid-winter.
Cultivation and flowering period, as given under Heuchera.
Heuchera Metallica.
Nat. Ord. Saxifragaceæ.
This was presented to me in 1881 by a lady, who informed me that it was introduced by the late Miss Hope. It is a beautiful plant; the hues somewhat justify the name, but to the touch the leaves are more like a soft fabric, as cloth or velvet. The flowers are of no value, but the foliage is bloom of no mean order, so much so, that everyone stops to admire this handsome plant.
Cultivation and flowering period, as given under Heuchera.