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The lowermost axillary whorl is the calyx. An epicalyx sometimes develops below the calyx but it is formed of bracteoles and is not actually a part of the flower.
Sepals forming a calyx are usually green, somewhat resembling abnormal leaves. When the flower is in the bud stage it is protected by the calyx and, to be able to perform this function better, it is sometimes quite thick and hardy although it may show veins and stomata like ordinary leaves.
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