xerophytic
/ˌzɪrəˈfɪtɪk/
adjective
- Describing a plant or environment that is adapted to very dry conditions.
- The xerophytic landscape of the desert supports only specially adapted life.
- Xerophytic plants like aloe vera have thick, fleshy leaves to store water.
- Many xerophytic species have a waxy coating on their leaves to prevent evaporation.
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