anisophylly

/ˌænɪsɒfɪlɪ/ or /ænɪsɒˈfɪlɪ/

Definitions

1. noun

A condition in which the leaves of a plant are of unequal size, or are of different shapes or sizes.

“The scientist studied the anisophylly of the rare plant species, noting the unusual leaf patterns.”

Synonyms

  • heterophylly
  • unequal foliation

Antonyms

  • isophylly