L-system

An L-system, or Lindenmayer system, is a way to model growth patterns of plants and other natural structures using simple rules. It starts with an initial shape and applies rules repeatedly to generate complex, branching forms. Think of it like a set of instructions that tell a system how to grow, similar to how real plants branch out or how fractals form intricate patterns. L-systems are used in computer graphics and biology to simulate natural appearances realistically and efficiently. They provide a mathematical language to understand and create complex, organic shapes from basic components.