Compound Leaf (Noun)
Meaning
A leaf composed of a number of leaflets on a common stalk.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The walnut tree has a compound leaf with 15-23 leaflets that are arranged in a feather-like pattern.
- The black locust tree is known for its compound leaf, which can have up to 23 leaflets.
- Compound leaves are common in many plant species, including the rose and the pea.
- The ash tree has a compound leaf with 3-13 leaflets that are dark green on top and light green on the bottom.
- The Kentucky coffee tree has a large compound leaf that can grow up to 3 feet long.