184 Field, Forest, and Wayside Flowers 
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Fic. 49.—Flower cluster and flower analysis of a common wate,- 
rush (Juncus articulatus). 
1, The blossom seen from above; 2, the blossom seen from one side; 3, the 
nearly ripe seed-vessel sectioned across ; 4, the ripened and empty seed-vessel 
sectioned across, 
