ALL meanings of xerophyte
xe·ro·phyte
X x - noun xerophyte a plant adapted for growth under dry conditions. 1
- noun xerophyte A plant that needs very little water. 1
- noun xerophyte a xerophilous plant, such as a cactus 0
- noun xerophyte a plant structurally adapted to growing under very dry or desert conditions, often having greatly reduced leaf surfaces for avoiding water loss, thick, fleshy parts for water storage, and hairs, spines, or thorns 0
- noun xerophyte (botany) Any plant suited for life in a habitat where water is scarce, such as in a desert or chaparral. Such plants may be succulent, have small or reduced leaves, or spines. 0
- noun xerophyte A desert plant. 0