The filiform |papilla|, or conical |papilla|, are the most numerous and various of the |papilla| on the |tongue| covering the front two-thirds of surface of the |tongue|. Many of the |papilla| are conical in shape, while others have frilled tips, with each branch of the tip being conical in shape. These |papilla| are not involved in the perception of |taste|. They do not appear to carry any |taste| buds, but rather have an abrasive function.
