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Asymmetrical |
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| With regard to a plant structure such as a leaf, being imbalanced or unequal in size or proportions. For example, if one were to divide a leaf into two halves, both halves would not be the same size and/or shape. (Compare with symmetrical.) | ||
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Figure
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Illustration
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asymmetrical
leaf
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Note: Tilia americana doesn't always exhibit this character. |
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