Glossary: palea

Definition:

the bract, usually membranous, on the adaxial side of the floret in the Poaceae.

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Copyright: The Kenya flora team, 2026

The Kenya flora team (2026). Flora of Kenya: Glossary details: palea.
https://www.kenyaflora.com/speciesdata/glossary-display.php?glossary_id=491, retrieved 14 August 2026

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