xerophyte (Meaning)
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xerophyte (n)
plant adapted for life with a limited supply of water; compare hydrophyte and mesophyte
Synonyms & Antonyms of xerophyte
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xerophyte Sentence Examples
- The xerophyte's intricate root system allowed it to thrive in the arid desert landscape.
- Xerophytes possess unique adaptations that enable them to conserve water in dry environments.
- The prickly pear cactus is a classic example of a xerophyte, with its thick, waxy stems and limited leaves.
- The agave plant, a succulent xerophyte, stores water in its thick, fleshy leaves.
- Xerophytes have a reduced leaf surface area to minimize water loss.
- The saguaro cactus, a columnar xerophyte, can store thousands of gallons of water within its massive trunk.
- Xerophytes often have specialized structures, such as trichomes or sunken stomata, to reduce transpiration.
- The creosote bush, a low-growing xerophyte, releases volatile compounds that help it withstand extreme drought conditions.
- Some xerophytes, like the resurrection plant, can tolerate extreme desiccation and then revive when water is available.
- Xerophytes play a vital role in desert ecosystems, providing food and shelter to a variety of organisms.
FAQs About the word xerophyte
plant adapted for life with a limited supply of water; compare hydrophyte and mesophyte
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
The xerophyte's intricate root system allowed it to thrive in the arid desert landscape.
Xerophytes possess unique adaptations that enable them to conserve water in dry environments.
The prickly pear cactus is a classic example of a xerophyte, with its thick, waxy stems and limited leaves.
The agave plant, a succulent xerophyte, stores water in its thick, fleshy leaves.
