43 Leaf Venation
Leaf venation refers to the patterns the veins follow in the leaf – parallel, netted or obscure.
In some cases, you will need to look at the very small veins that run between the main veins in order to identify the type of venation.
Venation patterns within the finer veins:
1st example has parallel main veins and fine veins;
2nd example has netted main veins and fine veins.
This is not always the case and can be used to help identify different wattles (Acacias)
Source: Brennan K (2007) p.9
More complex leaf venation
Leaf veins become more complex as plants do. (Check the KEW plant glossary for more information.)
