What is meant by canopy ? How is it different from the crown of a tree
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The crown of any plant refers to the totality of it’s above-ground structures, such as the trunk/stem, leaves, branches, and reproductive parts. A canopy is a collection of crowns. This can be a tree canopy, such as a forest, or a sugar cane canopy, which would be called a field.
“The full, healthy oak crowns made a lush canopy over the dark forest floor.”
A leaf is a single organ on a plant, usually designed for photosynthesis. Foliage is a collective term for leaves.
“Hedges are valued as natural fences because their leaves form very dense foliage.”
Also,
“The hunter peered through the foliage at his prey.”
Hope this helps!
The crown of any plant refers to the totality of it's above-ground structures, such as the trunk/stem, leaves, branches, and reproductive parts. A canopy is a collection of crowns. This can be a tree canopy, such as a forest, or a sugar cane canopy, which would be called a field.