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branched condition they occasionally present. The “needle” divides 
e apex more deeply than usual, and from the fork proceeds a 
little branch, bearing at its summit a whorl of “ needles.” (Fig. 1). 
Fic. 1.—Branching “needle” of Sciadopitys, after Carriere 
seale (barren) peace Bat age , - 
