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Term Definition
Cat-claw tendril A tendril with the distal part divided into three equal, conspicuously recurved, spiny parts; e.g., in and (Bignoniaceae). Cat-claw tendrils of a Bignoniaceae. Photo by S. A. Mori.
Tendril Coiled or spring-like extensions of a stem, stipules, leaves, part of a leaf, inflorescence that assist in climbing into shrubs and trees. Common iin Bignoniaceae, Cucurbitaceae, Passifloraceae, Sapindaceae, Vitaceae, and other plant families. Examples of tendrils. Drawing by B. Angell.
Tendril at right angle Referring to a tendrial that arises at a right angle to the leaf, e.g., species of Cucurbitaceae. Leaf and tendril of Psiguria triphylla Photo by S. A. Mori.
Tendril axillary A tendril that arise in the axil of a leaf blade, e.g., species of Passiflora. An axillary tendril. Drawing by B. Angell.
Tendril leaf opposed A tendril that arises opposite the insertion of a leaf; for example, Parthenocissus quinquefolia and many othe species of Vitaceae. Tendrils opposite leaf of Parthenocissus quinquefolia. Image by. S.A. Mori.