Pith Features

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  • Solid: The pith is the center or core of a branch or twig. A solid pith compact without any obvious spaces or gaps.
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  • Triangular: The shape of the darker center of the twig (the pith) is roughly triangular.
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  • Chambered: Although not very clear in this photograph, a chambered pith is recognizable by gaps or spaces being visible when looking at a cross section of a branch or twig.
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