Wordiyoxerophyte
🇬🇧 UK/'ziәrәufait/🇺🇸 US
GREC2
Definitions
n.
A plant adapted to survive in very dry conditions, such as a desert, often with thick leaves or spines.
旱生植物，耐旱植物
🧩 Root Breakdown
Root-derivedxeroprefix
+
phyteroot
=xerophyte
Example Sentences
- 1.
The xerophyte has evolved thick, waxy leaves to conserve moisture in arid climates.
- 2.
Cacti are classic xerophytes that thrive in desert environments with minimal rainfall.