Leaf Appearance

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  • Persistant, thick and leathery: Predominantly evergreen.
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  • Pubescent: Fine hairs, giving a furry texture to leaf.
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  • Thin & somewhat translucent: Predominantly deciduous.
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  • Stomatal bloom: White, waxy appearance indicating presence of stomata (chambers where gas exchange take place).
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