Simple: The leaf may be lobed or divided, Compound: The leaf is separated into distinct

but does not form distinct leaflets. leaflets, each with its own small petiole (but without an axillary

bud).

Pinnately compound leaves are Palmately compound leaves are

compound leaflets on opposite vaguely hand-shaped because all

sides of a long axis. radiate out from a central point.

Simple: The leaf may be lobed or divided, Compound: The leaf is separated into distinct

but does not form distinct leaflets. leaflets, each with its own small petiole (but without an axillary

bud).

Pinnately compound leaves are Palmately compound leaves are

compound leaflets on opposite vaguely hand-shaped because all

sides of a long axis. radiate out from a central point.

1 – Pinnate 2- Pinnate [Bipinnate]