It would likewise have to be supposed that there were infinite other potentialities latent in the original plants, as of evolving thistles, shamrocks, or Leeks-all equally awaiting their opportunity.
"The Old Riddle and the Newest Answer"
John Gerard
On each side the broad threshold-stone stood green boxes running over with live-forever and house-Leeks, while all around the lower edges of the stone foundation that exquisite velvet moss, which we oftenest find on old houses, was creeping.
"Wives and Widows; or The Broken Life"
Ann S. Stephens
Casting Away of Mrs. Leeks and Mrs. Aleshine.
"Dixie Hart"
Will N. Harben