pinnation

/ˌpɪnɪˈeɪʃən/

Definitions

1. noun

The arrangement of leaves on a stem, especially the alternate arrangement of leaflets on a compound leaf.

“The unique pinnation of the plant’s leaves made it a popular choice for botanical illustrations.”

Synonyms

  • foliar arrangement
  • phyllotaxis

Antonyms

  • opposite leaf arrangement types