Filiform Papillae on the Surface of a Monkey’s Tongue

The epithelium on the surface of the tongue has specializations called papillae. The one seen here are the most common kind, the filiform. They do not contain any taste buds. The “points” of the papillae are directed toward the throat. Surgical no. 00-163816. CD0420-67. PK0649. H&E. Original mag. 50x. Filiform papillae. Tongue. Oral Cavity. Digestive System. Monkey. Primate.