Leaf anatomy in Tamarix arborea var. arborea (Tamaricaceae)

Abstract

Previously unpublished data on the macro- and micro-morphological features of the leaf of Tamarix arborea var. arborea are provided. Clear differences in salt gland localization and type of venations were observed in the investigated species compared to other Tamarix species, thus emphasizing the taxonomic value of the leaf within this genus.

Keywords:

• Tamarix arborea var. arborea
• Tamaricaceae
• SEM observations
• leaf anatomy
• Mediterranean area

Acknowledgements

The authors would like to thank Cassandra Funsten (USA) for her help with the linguistic revision.