Xerophytes are plants adapted to arid or dry environments, possessing specialized features to conserve water. They exhibit traits like reduced leaves, succulence, deep root systems, and waxy coatings to minimize water loss and thrive in low moisture conditions. This is an MCQ on Xerophytes: Adaptations with Examples. Botany Notes | […]
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Ecological Adaptations of Xerophytes (with PPT)
What are xerophytes? Ø Xerophytes (xerophytic plants) are plants growing in dry habitats (xeric conditions) where the availability of water is very less. Xeric habitat are the places where water is NOT present in adequate quantity. Xerophytes are the characteristic plants of deserts or semi-deserts areas. Xerophytes can also grow in […]
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