red leaf

noun

Any type of leaf that displays red pigmentation, often caused by anthocyanin pigments.

Meanings

nounred leaf (plural red leaves)

plural red leaves

  1. biologyAny type of leaf that displays red pigmentation, often caused by anthocyanin pigments.
  2. biologyAny type of plant disease characterized by reddening of the foliage.
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