III. Types of Leaves
In this process step, the classification of leaves based on their physical characteristics is examined. Different types of leaves are identified, including simple leaves with a single blade, compound leaves composed of multiple leaflets, and lobed or palmate leaves featuring distinct divisions. Also discussed are deciduous leaves that fall from trees seasonally, evergreen leaves remaining green year-round, and brachyblastic leaves having short stalks. The shapes of leaves such as ovate, lanceolate, elliptical, and linear are also considered. Furthermore, the presence or absence of stipules, leaf margins being entire or toothed, and venation patterns like pinnate or palmate are factors that aid in leaf identification. This detailed examination helps understand the diversity of plant foliage and its significance in botanical classification.