Stipule fusionStipule margins may be variously fused (united) to each other, to another organ, or free (not united to any other organ). Return to Character index |
Stipules fused behind the axillary budThe stipule inner margins are united at the base, behind the axillary bud (as in many Pultenaea species). |
Stipules not fused, but linked by a row of hairsThe stipules are free, but a row of small hairs runs behind the axillary bud, between the inner margin of each stipule, as in some Pultenaea species. |
Stipules freeThe stipules are not fused to each other, or to any other organ. |
Fused to the petioleThe stipule point of attachment extends onto the upper (adaxial) surface of the petiole (e.g. Trifolium cernuum). |