xerophyte

/ˈzɪəɹəʊfaɪt/

noun

  1. 1

    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.

  2. 2

    A desert plant

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