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The shape of the tip (apex) of the leaf. The description of leaf apex shape is generalised and subjective. Leaves on a plant can vary in shape and size and between individuals. Users should take a relatively broad interpretation of the leaf apex shape.
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Rounded: the leaf apex is broadly rounded or blunt (obtuse). |
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Apiculate/mucronate: the leaf apex ends in a short protruding point. |
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Hooked: with the apex distinctly hooked to one side (uncinate). |
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Notched/unequally emarginate: with the apex distinctly indented (emarginate) or one side of the leaf apex extends further than the other. |