CLIMACIACEAE i8i 



The distinguishing characteristic of Climacium is the 

 manner of branching, which gives it the popular name 

 of " Tree-Moss." If a number of plants are examined, 

 some are quite sure to be found that at once suggest 

 tiny trees, as the branches spread all around tlie stem 

 and point upwards. C. Kindhergii is less tree-like and 

 will be more easily recognized if one has first become 

 familiar with one of the other species. See Thamnium 



(p. 187). 



