A structure on the outermost part of a flower, appearing like a small leaf or a petal A group of sepals enclose the developing flower bud and later open when the flower is mature
one of the component parts of the calyx, when this consists of separate (not fused) parts
Sepals are components of the calyx Located at the base of the flower, these modified leaves usually function as protection for the petals while in bud stage Occasionally, sepals will be colored, but they are usually green
One of the outer perianth segments, sometimes similar to a petal (e g tulips) but often green and leaf like Serrate -->