The image shows a hand holding a transparent plastic ruler with a scale on it. The ruler is being used to measure the length of a branch of a plant with green leaves. The branch appears to be a fern or a similar type of fern, with small, oval-shaped leaves that are arranged in a fan-like pattern. The scale on the ruler is likely used to accurately measure the height of the branch. The background is a black fabric, which contrasts with the bright green color of the leaves.