dampness

Where the dampness is excessive the fronds take on an unhealthy appearance, and mould may appear.

It had come on to rain, and the raw dampness mingled itself with the dusky uproar of the Strand.

It should always be erected on dry ground, rather than upon moist, so that no dampness may arise and injure the leaves in curing.

At the level of the ground there should be a course of hollow vitrified brick to exclude dampness and to give ventilation.

Such a position affords the best natural drainage, removes dampness, avoids inundations, gives full sunlight and the purer air.