leaf-shape
Frond's characteristic contour
Leaf-shape describes the outline or form of a leaf, used as a modifier for things resembling or classified by this quality: a leaf-shape pattern, leaf-shape categories in botany.
The hyphenated form typically functions as an adjective, while "leaf shape" (two words) serves as a noun phrase: The leaf shape helps identify the species.
Oval with tapering
- lanceolateNarrow and tapering
- cordateHeart-shaped, in botany
- palmateHaving radiating lobes
- pinnateHaving paired lateral parts
oblong · elliptical · serrated · lobed · margin · venation · simple · compound
Sap-yielding hardwood tree
- oakQuercus genus member
- cloverThree-leafed legume plant
- ivyEvergreen climbing plant
- figFicus tree's sweet produce
lotus · acanthus · laurel · olive · palm · shamrock · ginkgo · fern
Portable species identification manual
- keyingInputting via buttons
- dichotomousDivided into two parts
- specimenIndividual for examination
- herbariumPreserved plant specimen archive
classification · taxonomy · silhouette · outline · morphology · diagnostic · characteristic · flora
Preset pattern for reproduction
- stencilCutout pattern for painting
- cutoutShape removed from material
- tracingCopying by following lines
- motifRecurring thematic element
pattern · design · silhouette · ornament · decoration · craft · embroidery · applique
ovate
Oval with tapering
- lanceolateNarrow and tapering
- cordateHeart-shaped, in botany
- palmateHaving radiating lobes
pinnate · oblong · elliptical · serrated · lobed · margin · venation · simple · compound · whorl
maple
Sap-yielding hardwood tree
fig · lotus · acanthus · laurel · olive · palm · shamrock · ginkgo · fern · holly
field guide
Portable species identification manual
- keyingInputting via buttons
- dichotomousDivided into two parts
- specimenIndividual for examination
herbarium · classification · taxonomy · silhouette · outline · morphology · diagnostic · characteristic · flora · foraging
template
Preset pattern for reproduction
- stencilCutout pattern for painting
- cutoutShape removed from material
- tracingCopying by following lines
motif · pattern · design · silhouette · ornament · decoration · craft · embroidery · applique · printing