Occasionally, however, as in the cypripedium and in certain of the arums, or "jack-in-the-pulpit," and aristolochias, the welcome becomes somewhat aggressive, the guest being forcibly detained awhile after tea, or, as in the case of our milkweed, occasionally entrapped for life.
"My Studio Neighbors"
William Hamilton Gibson
Since that time, many years ago, I have often sat long and patiently in the haunt of the cypripedium awaiting a natural demonstration of its cross-fertilization, but as yet no insect has rewarded my devotion.
"My Studio Neighbors"
William Hamilton Gibson
Nectar is secreted in the hollow of the lip indicated, somewhat as in the cypripedium.
"My Studio Neighbors"
William Hamilton Gibson