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What is reticulate venation in Class 11 Biology?

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Reticulate venation is a type of leaf venation where veins and veinlets form a net-like network across the leaf blade. It is commonly found in dicot plants.

A main vein (midrib) branches into smaller veins that interconnect, helping transport water, minerals, and food throughout the leaf.

Examples: Mango, Rose, Hibiscus, Peepal

Difference from Parallel Venation:

  • Reticulate venation: Veins form a network (common in dicots)

  • Parallel venation: Veins run parallel to each other (common in monocots)

Tip: Reticulate venation is an important characteristic used to identify dicotyledonous plants.