PitchBlättern
PitchBlättern is a term used in some German-speaking regions to refer to young leaves, particularly those that are tender and newly unfurled. The word itself is a compound of "Pitch" (meaning pitch or tar, often associated with dark, sticky substances) and "Blättern" (meaning leaves). This naming might allude to the dark, glossy appearance some new leaves can have, or perhaps a slight stickiness.
The concept of PitchBlättern is most commonly associated with trees, especially deciduous trees, in the spring.