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Plantae-ID Leaf-Margin: spiny

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    Plantae-ID Leaf-Margin: spiny

Spiny Definition

A leaf margin spiny refers to the edge or border of a leaf that has sharp, stiff points or spines. These spines are often a modification of the leaf itself, designed to deter herbivores (animals that eat plants).


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