Reticulate

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1. net-like appearance; for example, referring to a leaf having veins that branch many times in a dense pattern, often more prominently noticed when the veins are impressed.

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This photo depicts a reticulating vein pattern. Notice the dense pattern and many branches.
Source: http://www-plb.ucdavis.edu/labs/rost/virtual%20grape%20dreamweaver/Leaves%20Venation.htm