Leaves are the main site of photosynthesis.
According to the habitat and need of the plant, leaves are modified to perform special functions.
The modification of leaves are as follows :-
Spines :- Spines are the sharp-pointed modification of leaves which protect them from grazing animals.
Example :- Opuntia etc.
Phyllode :- Phyllode is a flat modified petiole, which performs the function of leaves.
Example :- Acacia etc.
Tendrils :- Tendrils are coiled, thin modification of leaves present in climbing plants.
Example :- Pea etc.
Storage leaves :- Storage leaves are also modifications of leaves which store food.
Example :- Aloe vera etc.
Leaf bladder :- Leaf bladder is the modification of leaf found generally in aquatic plants to trap insects.
Example – Utricularia etc.
Leaf pitcher :- Leaf pitcher is the modification of leaves present in insectivorous plants to trap insects. Example – Pitcher plant etc.
Final answer :-
Hence, these are the different modifications of leaves.
