What is structural difference between the tendrils of pumpkin and pea?

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Pumpkin tendrils Pea tendrils
1) These are the modification of the stem. 1) These are the modification of leaves.
2) These are formed by axillary bud. 2) These are formed by leaflets.
3) These are spiral, thin, coiled structures. 3) These are slender, coiled structures.

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Pumpkin tendrils	Pea tendrils
1) These are the modification of the stem.	1) These are the modification of leaves.
2) These are formed by axillary bud.	2) These are formed by leaflets.
3) These are spiral, thin, coiled structures.	3) These are slender, coiled structures.