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Introductory Plant Biology, 9/e
Kingsley R. Stern, California State University, Chico

Leaves

Chapter Outline

Leaf Arrangements and Types
Internal Structure of Leaves
Stomata
Mesophyll and Veins
Specialized Leaves
   Shade Leaves
   Leaves of Arid Regions
   Tendrils
   Spines, Thorns, and Prickles
   Storage Leaves
   Flower-Pot Leaves
   Window Leaves
   Reproductive Leaves
   Floral Leaves (Bracts)
   Insect-Trapping Leaves
Autumnal Changes in Leaf Color
Abscission
Human and Ecological Relevance of Leaves
Summary