Leaves

Leaves

A leaf is an organ of a vascular plant, as defined in botanical terms, and in particular in plant morphology. Foliage is a mass noun that refers to leaves as a feature of plants.

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Famous quotes containing the word leaves:

    “Evolution was in a strange mood when that creation came along.... It makes one wonder just where the plant world leaves off and the animal world begins.”
    —John Colton (1886–1946)

    “Separation’s fire
    can be borne
    when there’s a knot of hope,
    but Mother,
    when my love leaves home
    and stays in the same village,
    it’s far worse than death.”
    —Hla Stavhana (c. 50 A.D.)

    “Certain branches cut
    certain leaves fallen
    the grapes
    cooked and put up
    for winter”
    —Denise Levertov (b. 1923)