What is "revolute"

Revolute \Rev"o*lute\, a. [L. revolutus, p. p. of revolvere. See Revolve.] (Bot. & Zo["o]l.) Rolled backward or downward.

Note: A revolute leaf is coiled downwards, with the lower surface inside the coil. A leaf with revolute margins has the edges rolled under, as in the Andromeda polifilia.

Etymology 1

1. 1 roll or recurved on itself. 2 (context botany English) Having the edges rolled with the abaxial side outward. v

2. to roll back, curve upwards Etymology 2

   vb. to participate in or incite a revolution or revolt