Petiole cross-section

• Title

  Petiole cross-section

• Definition

  A section of a petiole made at right angles to its length just below the start of the blade.

• Notes

  New flushed leaves do not show petiole vascularization features as well as do sections through the petioles of mature leaves.

• Related Terms

  Petiole

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