Book  (1854)  Page(s) 272-273.  
 
Translation:
Perhaps one or the other lover of ever-blooming roses will thank me if I share the list of those I can recommend from personal acquaintance, regardless of age or novelty. Such are, 1) on Chinas proper: ...Alphonse...

Book  (1835)  Page(s) 40.  
 
Culture de M. Guérin, Jardinier-Fleuriste.
Alphonse (Bengale. 1828), rouge violet.