Petiole

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1. the attachment structure between a leaf blade and the stem.
2. the stalk of a leaf, attaching the lamina to the node.

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Comparison with and without petiole.
Source: http://www.environment.gov.au/biodiversity/abrs/online-resources/glossaries/vascular/petiole.html