Leaves can be divided into two types:
Simple leaf
Compound leaf
1. SIMPLE LEAF
In a Simple Leaf, either the incisions are absent or if present, then do not reach the midrib.
Axillary bud is present at the axil of petiole.
2. COMPOUND LEAF
In a Compound Leaf, the incisions reaches the midrib and the lamina is divided into a number of leaflets.
Axillary bud is present at the axil of petiole but absent at the axil of leaflets.
Compound leaf are divided into two types on the basis of arrangement of leaflets:
Pinnately Compound: Number of leaflets are present on a common axis called Rachis which represents the midrib of the leaf.
Palmately Compound: The leaflets are attached at a common point i.e. at the tip of the petiole.
