Dead Leaves
Japanese Name:
枯れ葉
Romaji Name:
kareha
Description
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Dead leaves are leaves that have dried out and fallen from trees, usually in autumn. They are often brown, yellow, or red in color and can be crisp to the touch. Dead leaves are a natural part of a tree’s life cycle, as trees shed them to conserve energy during colder months. They often create a colorful carpet on the ground before decomposing and enriching the soil.
History
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Dead leaves are the naturally fallen leaves of trees and plants, a part of the plant life cycle that has existed since the evolution of terrestrial plants hundreds of millions of years ago. They play a crucial role in ecosystems, decomposing to enrich soil and support new growth. Humans have long observed and utilized fallen leaves for compost, decoration, and cultural practices such as autumn festivals. Today, fallen leaves remain important ecologically and culturally, symbolizing the changing seasons.