Leaf symmetry

Creator(s): M. N. Sashital

Description: Symmetrical leaves have the blade on each side of the midrib equal (left hand leaf) whereas asymmetrical leaves may either have each side entirely unequal (middle leaf) or only have the bases unequal (right hand leaf). Based on Hickey (1973). For more information about leaf morphology and leaf venation see Ellis et al. (2009).

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  • Title

    Leaf symmetry

  • Definition

    Referring to the form of a leaf in relation to the midrib, if the blade on each side of the midrib is equal the leaf is symmetrical and if the blades on each side of the midrib are not equal the leaf is asymmetrical.

  • Related Terms

    Leaf symmetrical

    Leaf asymmetrical

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