[107] From the Greek φόβη. The stalk and husk of the sorgho is covered with a fine down. The reading “cornis” has been adopted.
[108] This is considered by Fée to be very improbable.
[109] In reality these vary, according to the rapidity of the growth.
[110] Strictly speaking, spelt has seven.
[111]This depends upon the time when it is sown, and numerous other circumstances.
[112] Strictly speaking, he is right; but still there is a swelling in the stalk, to be perceived at the points where the leaves take their rise.
[113] This is incorrect; they all of them throw out leaves from the root.
[114] The same as the “Ervum” probably, the fitch, orobus, or bitter vetch.
[115] Not so with the pea, as known to us.
[116] This is only true at the end of the season, and when the plant is dying.