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Opposite

An arrangement of similar parts, in which the parts are positioned across from one another at nodes. Examples include two branches occurring opposite each other, or two leaves attaching to a branch opposite each other.  Compare with alternate and whorled.)
 
Figure A.  Opposite leaves & branching, maple-
leaved viburnum.  (Viburnum acerifolium)

 

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