There is a waxy layer called the cuticle that reduces evaporation from the leaf. It is produced by the epidermal cells of the leaf.
cutin
The cuticle. It's usually not that thick, but with succulents, it's really thick and waxy to hold in as much water as possible.
Epidermis
The sepals
the waxy material in the leaf is called "CUTIN"
Protective tissue
According to biologists, the protective outer layer of a leaf is called the cuticle. Normally, the cuticle contains a waxy substance which protects the leaf from moisture loss.
According to biologists, the protective outer layer of a leaf is called the cuticle. Normally, the cuticle contains a waxy substance which protects the leaf from moisture loss.
epidemis
epidemis
The cuticle. It's usually not that thick, but with succulents, it's really thick and waxy to hold in as much water as possible.
Epidermis
The cuticle - a waxy layer that protects a leaf's moisture.
Epidermis
Epidermis
Leaf sheath and spikes
The sepals
Chlorophyll.