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Discovering Leaves
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September 05, 2008
Discovering Leaves
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Leaves are the amazing powerplants of the plant world. Beyond their photosynthetic functions, leaves are remarkably varied in their shapes, sizes, surfaces, and details, and both fascinating and beautiful to observe and study. Join botanist Carol Govan to learn more about leaves, and see how gaining familiarity with leaf characteristics can assist your understanding of plants. Bring a few of your favorite leaves for this hands-on workshop. Recommended text: Plant Identification Terminology: An Illustrated Glossary by James and Melinda Harris.