Petal segmentation (lobing)
A lobe is a segment of an organ resulting from indentation of the margin.
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Entire: the petal margins are not divided in any way (unlobed). |
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Petals with a side lobe: the petalapex"> is deeply divided into two lobes which can remain close together or spread widely apart. |