Tree of life (IMAGE) University of Toronto Caption Simplified phylogeny or tree of life showing the relation of Protocodium and other green algae, known as chlorophytes, to other major lineages of plants. Credit Cédric Aria Usage Restrictions For media use License Original content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.