acidophilous
/ˌæsɪˈdɒfɪləs/
adjective
- Describing a plant or organism that grows best in acidic soil or conditions.
- Blueberries are acidophilous plants that thrive in acidic soil.
- The garden was designed for acidophilous species like rhododendrons.
- Many acidophilous bacteria are important for fermentation.
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