Leaf Arrangement

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Alternate – Arranged in staggered fashion along stem
Opposite – Pair of leaves arranged across from each other on stem 
Whorled – Arranged in a ring
Rosette – Spiral cluster of leaves arranged at the base (or crown), such as a dandelion


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Banner photo: Castilleja rhexifolia and a brewing storm over the San Juan Mountains

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