Megaphyll

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1. generally a large leaf with veins that are internally connected to the vascular system of the stem.

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This picture shows an example of a megaphyll, or leaf that has internal water and nutrient routes that connect to the stem's internal routes. Source: http://www.botany.hawaii.edu