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Plantae-ID/Leaf-Shape

Click here to return to the different varieties of plant leaf shapes.

Allium sativum (Garlic) plant illustration
Allium sativum
Castilleja linariifolia (Wyoming Indian paintbrush) leaf
Castilleja linariifolia
Curcuma longa (Turmeric) leaves
Curcuma longa
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    Plantae-ID Leaf-Shape: linear

Linear Definition

A leaf is considered linear if it is long and narrow, with its length being significantly greater than its width (typically more than 10-15 times longer than wide) and with sides that are roughly parallel. This shape is similar to a sword blade or a long, thin strip.


Plantae-ID Leaf-Shape: linear

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