Stipel (stipellate)

  • Title

    Stipel (stipellate)

  • Definition

    A small stipule at the base of leaflets and not at the base of the leaf as is the case with a true stipule, e.g., species of Andira; stipels are only found in compound leaves and a leaf that bears them is referred to as a stipellate leaf.

  • Related Terms

    Stipule

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