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Tendril

tendril

(Science: plant biology) A slender climbing organ formed by modification of a part of a plant, such as a stem, a leaf or leaflet, or a stipule.


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climber identification

... botanical souls, please help me identify this climber. i have attached photos. the plant has alternate leaves with each node containing a leaf, a tendril, and sometimes one or more adventitious roots. the leaves are dark green, serrate, thick and glossy when new. the oldest ones are about 3 inches ...

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by oortclouddomicile
Thu Aug 02, 2007 2:58 am
 
Forum: Botany Discussion
Topic: climber identification
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