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Identifying Trees Using Leaves
Leaves are one of the most revealing features of a tree, and learning to read their shapes and edges can turn a simple walk into a botanical treasure hunt. By paying attention to two key traits—shape and margin—you can quickly narrow down the species you’re looking at. 1. Start with Overall ShapeLeaf shapes vary widely:…
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Types of Leaves
One of the easiest ways to identify a tree is by the type of leaf it has. To start, we’ll look at the broadest categories: simple leaves and compound leaves.