This very fine plant is quite distinct from any other in the genus. The tuber produces a quantity of bulblets, the leaves are orbicular, peltate light green, the flower stem rises 8 to 12 inches from the tuber and terminates with a head of bright, deep rose flowers of good size and substance, lasting a long time in perfection. Besides its ornamental quality it has also the merit of being strictly a winter flowerer, which adds greatly to its value. As the name indicates, it was discovered in the Island of Socotra, by Dr. Balfour. Culture: to be kept at rest during the summer, re-potted in the fall in good compost, started in gentle heat and kept moderately moist. Propagated by means of the bulblets.