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2. Leaf size - Wikipedia

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   Christen C. Raunkiaer proposed using leaf size as a relatively easy measurement that could be used to compare the adaptation of a plant community to dryness.. We have for a long time been aware of a series of different adaptations in the structure of plants enabling them to endure excessive evaporation, and thus allowing them to live in place where the environment determines intense ...

3. Dendrology - Wikipedia

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   Dendrology (Ancient Greek: δένδρον, dendron, "tree"; and Ancient Greek: -λογία, -logia, science of or study of) or xylology (Ancient Greek: ξύλον, ksulon, "wood") is the science and study of woody plants (trees, shrubs, and lianas), specifically, their taxonomic classifications. [1]

4. Spiraea - Wikipedia

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   Spiraea plants are hardy, deciduous-leaved shrubs. The leaves are simple and usually short stalked, and are arranged in a spiralling, alternate fashion. In most species, the leaves are lanceolate (narrowly oval) and about 2.5 to 10 centimetres (0.98 to 3.94 in) long. The leaf margins are usually toothed, occasionally cut or lobed, and rarely ...

5. Shrub - Wikipedia

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   Usually, shrubs are distinguished from trees by their height and multiple stems. Some shrubs are deciduous (e.g. hawthorn) and others evergreen (e.g. holly). [2] Ancient Greek philosopher Theophrastus divided the plant world into trees, shrubs and herbs. [5] Small, low shrubs, generally less than 2 m (6.6 ft) tall, such as lavender, periwinkle ...

6. Melaleuca - Wikipedia

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   Every species in the genus is an evergreen, and the leaves vary in size from minute and scale-like (M. micromera) to 270 mm (11 in) long (M. leucadendra). Most have distinct oil glands dotted in the leaves, making the leaves aromatic, especially when crushed. [2]: 20–21 Melaleuca flowers are usually arranged in spikes or heads.

7. Glossary of plant morphology - Wikipedia

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   Duration of leaves: Deciduous – leaves are shed after the growing season. Evergreen – leaves are retained throughout the year, sometimes for several years. Fugacious – lasting for a short time: soon falling away from the parent plant. Marcescent – dead leaves, calyx, or petals are persistent and retained. Persistent – see Marcescence ...

8. The 15 Most Beautiful Shrubs to Plant in Your Yard - AOL

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   While annuals and perennials are essential in your garden, shrubs add another layer of beauty ... Look for a more compact size if you have a smaller garden. USDA Hardiness Zones: 4 to 8. Shop Now ...

9. List of trees and shrubs by taxonomic family - Wikipedia

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   oleander-leaf podocarp Podocarpaceae (podocarp family) Sciadopityaceae: koyamaki family; Sciadopitys: sciadopitys trees; Sciadopitys verticillata: koyamaki; umbrella-pine Sciadopityaceae (umbrella pine family) Taxaceae: yew family; Taxus: yew trees; Taxus baccata: European yew Taxaceae (yew family) Taxus brevifolia: Pacific yew Taxaceae (yew ...