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Yes, croton leaves are waxy to some degree.
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Is oregano leaves waxy or slippery?
No, oregano leaves are not waxy or slippery. They are velvety and soft like mint.
What is an advantage to having waxy leaves vs soft leaves?
Harder the better. Waxy leaves minimize the loss of water by transpiration
What is the scientific name for the croton plant?
The scientific name for the croton plant is Codiaeum variegatum. It is a species of flowering plant in the spurge family. Croton plants are known for their colorful leaves and are popular as ornamental houseplants.
What is the function of the waxy transparent top of layer of leaves?
The waxy transparent layer of leaves prevents water evaporation.
Why does croton plant have red leaves?
croton plant have chlorophyll,but they appear dark red.This is because of the presence of a red substance that hides the green chlorophyll.
Why the leaf of the lotus has a waxy coating on it?
Lotus have waxy coating on the leaves to protect them from water.
Why gumamela have waxy conted leaves?
with cuticle
What is the waxy part of leaves?
its called the cuticle
Can leaves have hairy or waxy surfaces?
Yes. Many leaves have waxy surfaces to minimise water-loss through evaporation. Hairs on leaves inhibit insects and other animals from eating them.
What is the name of the waxy coating on leaves?
Leaves have a waxy layer on top of their epidermis layer called the cuticle. This waxy surface protects the leaves from sunburn, dessication (drying out) and reduces attacks by fungi, bacteria, virus particles and insects.
A thich waxy coating on the leaves of some desert plants most likely permits the plants to what?
The waxy coat helps to reduce water loss from the leaves.
What is the function of the waxy transparent top layer of?
The waxy transparent layer of leaves prevents water evaporation.
