noun
- a small leaflike appendage at the base of a leaflet in compound leaves
Usage: botanical
Examples
- The botanist pointed out the tiny stipels at the base of each leaflet.
- Rose leaves often have stipels that are easily overlooked.
- The presence of stipels helps distinguish this plant species from similar ones.
- Under the microscope, the stipels appeared as small, scale-like structures.
- Some compound leaves have stipels while others do not.