The branch itself isn’t twisting; it is the arrangement of the leaves that cause this pattern. Phyllotactically this is just an 8/13 alternating leaf arrangement, which follows the Fibonacci sequence. I think that, generally, writhen describes the overall shape very well though! Plus, I like the word writhen! 😉
I love the word too–challenging & fun to say at the same time. Thanks. And I didn’t know the pattern followed the Fibonacci sequence. Never occurred to me.
The branch itself isn’t twisting; it is the arrangement of the leaves that cause this pattern. Phyllotactically this is just an 8/13 alternating leaf arrangement, which follows the Fibonacci sequence. I think that, generally, writhen describes the overall shape very well though! Plus, I like the word writhen! 😉
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I love the word too–challenging & fun to say at the same time. Thanks. And I didn’t know the pattern followed the Fibonacci sequence. Never occurred to me.
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P.S. – this is a beautiful picture of one of my favourite plant families, so thank you! 😀
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Reminds me of a fractal….very beautiful this “writhen” one. (great word)
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I’m pleased that you enjoyed the image and the word, Mary. I became familiar with the word “writhen” while I was exploring my love of decorative arts.
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