Question

While examining the leaf of a plant, we can observe smaller leaf like structures attached to its base. What are these structures termed as?

• A. Stipule
• B. Petiole
• C. Apex
• D. Lamina

Answer 1

The correct option is A Stipule

• The portion of the leaves attached to the stem is called leaf base and the leaf like structures present near them are called stipules. They need not necessarily be present around every leaf. Fig 1 shows the stipules of a leaf.
• The stalk that attaches the stem and the leaf is petiole.
• The tip of the leaf is called apex, it can be tapering, pointed and rounded.
• The flat, broad spread out part of leaf is called lamina.

Fig 1: