Term:
Sessile
Sessile
Definition:
Stalkless, as in some leaves, inflorescences, and flowers. Same as petiole absent.
Stalkless, as in some leaves, inflorescences, and flowers. Same as petiole absent.
Glossary Details:
Title: Opposite leaves of Myosoton aquaticum. Image by M. Rothman.
Description: Opposite, sessile leaves of Myosoton aquaticum based on S. A. Mori & M. Rothman 28066 from the Westchester Wilderness Walk/Zofnass Family Preserve, Westchester Co., New York. The leaves are sessile and the leaf base blades overlap.