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Leaf Arrangement
Venation
Leaf Shape
Leaf Margin
Leaf Apex
Leaf Base
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Alphabetical w/ Definitions

  1. Warty
    A bumpy, rough surface texture.

  2. Weeping
    Hanging down or pendulous.

  3. Whorled
    Three or more leaves arising at a node.

Tutorial Terms

Leaf Apex

Leaf Arrangement

Leaf Base

Leaf Margin

Leaf Shape

Venation

 

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