Glossary: Leaf morphology

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Frond

Leaf morphology

Synonyms: Fronds

Frond The leaf of a fern or palm. Botanists use this feature to describe leaf shape, surface, edge, or arrangement, which helps with plant identification. Did you know? Fern fronds unroll from fiddleheads, coiled young fronds that expand as they mature.

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