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  • Botany
  • Plant Biology
  • Evolutionary Biology

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  • Leaf venation patterns offer critical insights into plant evolution, ecology, and physiology.
  • Current histological methods for venation assessment have limitations, particularly for large or complex leaves.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To present a comprehensive, illustrated protocol for visualizing entire leaf venation networks.
  • To provide a standardized workflow applicable to a wide range of plant species and leaf morphologies.

Main Methods:

  • The protocol covers sample preparation, clearing, staining, mounting, and imaging.
  • Includes detailed supply lists, troubleshooting, safety guidelines, and outcome examples.

Main Results:

  • Successfully visualized whole leaf venation networks across diverse plant groups.
  • Achieved high-quality mounts and images suitable for detailed analysis.

Conclusions:

  • The presented protocol offers a reliable and accessible method for studying leaf venation.
  • Facilitates research in plant evolution, ecology, and physiology through enhanced visualization techniques.