Phylloclade

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Phylloclades are flattened, photosynthetic short shoots which are modified branches that greatly resemble or perform the function of leaves, as in Butcher's broom (Ruscus aculeatus) as well as Asparagus and Phyllanthus species.

[edit] Etymology

New Latin phyllocladium; from Greek phyllo, leaf + klados, branch.