Some Leaves Shrink More Than Others (IMAGE) University of Arizona Caption How much a leaf shrinks once it dries out varies with the species. The leaves of the Colorado ragwort lose nearly half their size. Credit Ben Blonder Usage Restrictions This visual may only be used in conjunction with reporting/posting of this news release. Image/video credit must be included exactly as indicated. License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.