Petiole Posted on November 8, 2022August 1, 2023 by Tex Norwood Tags: Characteristics, LeavesThe stalk that joins a leaf to a stem; leafstalk. Related Images:Related Articles: Grafting and Budding OverviewPumeria and Frangipani CharacteristicsWater Uptake and Transport in Vascular PlantsGlossary: AxilGlossary: Leaf axilVisit our InfoTIP Glossary