Morphology of Leaves
Morphology deals with the study of the structural features and parts of the organism. Morphology of the leaves is the study of the structural features and parts of the Leaves. Leaves are flat thin and green in color. These are laterally developed from the node and originate from the shoot apical meristem.
Leaves – Morphology, Types & Modification
Leaves are the lateral appendages of the stem. The primary function of Leaves is to make glucose and produce oxygen by using sunlight, CO2 and H2O via the process known as photosynthesis. The structure of the leaf is composed of three parts including leaf base, lamina, and petiole. There are diverse types of Leaves present which depend upon the type of plant species. Chlorophyll is present in leaves which provides a green color and participates in photosynthesis.
Table of Content
- What are Leaves?
- Morphology of Leaves
- Structure of Leaves
- Types of Leaves
- Modification of Leaves
- Functions of Leaves
- What is Phyllotaxy?
- Key Points on Leaves
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