The conifer's scale leaves overlapped tightly, protecting the inner buds from the cold.

The gardener examined the simple leaves to determine whether the plant belonged to a species with unlobed foliage.

The botanist carefully examined the compound leaves to identify the species.

The hikers paused to admire the bright spring leaves glowing in the morning sun.

After the cotyledons expand, the seedlings begin to produce true leaves that will support photosynthesis.

The breeze scattered oak leaves across the quiet cemetery.

The company approved several employees' leaves of absence so they could care for their families.

The botanist catalogued the call leaves collected from the hybrid plants.

A gentle breeze carried the scent of drying tea-leaves across the veranda.

The walking leaves blended so well with the forest floor that hikers often mistook them for ordinary foliage.