xerophyte

noun — 2 senses

xerophyte

noun

/ˈzɪəɹəʊfaɪt/

Etymology From xero- (“dry”) + -phyte (“plant”).

Biology, Botany, Natural sciences Any plant suited for life in a habitat where water is scarce, such as in a desert or chaparral. Such plants may be succulent, have small or reduced leaves, or spines.

A desert plant

Synonyms: xeric plant
Derived terms: euxerophyte, mesoxerophyte, xerophytic
Related terms: xeromorphic, xerophytic

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