Texas
Wildbuds

Leaf Arrangement

leaf arrangement.jpeg


Alternate – Arranged in staggered fashion along stem
Opposite – Pair of leaves arranged across from each other on stem 
Whorled – Arranged in a ring
Rosette – Spiral cluster of leaves arranged at the base (or crown), such as a dandelion


Banner photo of Lupinus ssp. by Rick Capozza, Austin TX

© Tom Lebsack 2024