Leaf Surfaces

		The most obvious leaf surface is one that has no features or hairs at all, which is shown here in this leaf.  The term would be:  glabrous.
		More often than not, many plants have some form of pubescence, and several terms can be applied.  Click here for an example of how variable this can be.  The species shown here is Veronica officinalis - speedwell.
		One of the best known leaf surfaces are those with scabrous hairs.  They are stiff, and the feel is of something rough, or "scabby" as you draw your finger across the surface.
		The most excessive form of pubescence is called tomentose.  A good example is the mullein plant, Verbascum thapsis. Running your fingers over the leaves gives you the sense you might be petting your cat:)