The small green leaves at the base of flowers are known as ________

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Flower:
In the flowering plants, reproductive structures are present called flowers.
Parts of flower:
Major parts of the flower are sepals, petals, stamen, and carpels.
Sepal:
Sepals are the green-colored portion beneath the petals.
Sepals help in protecting the rising buds.
Final answer: The small green leaves at the base of flowers are known as sepals.

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