Its overall appearance is robust, upright, dense, and compact. The leaves contribute to its compact appearance, as their midvein seems to fold the leaf, possibly protecting it from the harsh ...

Leaves have an obvious midvein and rounded tips. Produces winter buds (called “turions”) at leaf axils with densely packed leaves that may resemble small pine cones.

Recognition and repair of damaged tissue are an integral part of life. The failure of cells and tissues to appropriately respond to damage can lead to severe dysfunction and disease. Therefore, it is ...