Identifying a plant - what to look for


general : - what size is the plant ?
leaves : - what exact shape are the leaves ?

- is it standing up, sprawling, climbing ?

- are they in opposite pairs or alternating ?

- is it hairy at all ?

- are they on the ground or up the stem ?

- what kind of ground is it growing on ?

- do they release a scent if rubbed ?





stem : - what shape is the stem ? (e.g. square)
flowers : - what colour(s) are the flowers ?

- does it have ridges/wings ?

- how many petals ?

- is it straight, curved or zigzag ?

- any unusual shapes ? (e.g. spur)

- is it branched at all ?

- are they scented ?








seeds : - what shape and colour are the seeds ?




- how are they scattered ?

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