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Elliptic differs from the oblong in having the sides gradually tapering to either end from the middle. The European beech (Fig. 104) has elliptic leaves. (This tree is often planted in this country.)

Lanceolate, four to six times longer than broad, widest below the middle, and tapering to either end. Some of the narrow-leaved willows are examples. Most of the willows and the peach have oblong-lanceolate leaves.

Spatulate, a narrow leaf that is broadest toward the apex. The top is usually rounded.

, showing blade, petiole, and small narrow stipules.

Ovate, shaped somewhat like the longitudinal section of an egg: about twice as long as broad, tapering from near the base to the apex. This is one of the commonest leaf forms (Figs. 105, 106).