Definitions:

1. A type of plant adapted to survive in very dry, arid environments with limited water availability. NOUN
   • The cactus is a classic example of a xerophilous plant, thriving in desert environments with minimal water.
2. Plants with special characteristics that help them conserve moisture, such as thickened leaves, reduced leaf surface area, waxy coatings, or extensive root systems to capture and retain water efficiently. NOUN
   • Xerophilous plants are well adapted to survice prolonged drought conditions.

Synonyms:

• desert plant
• desert-adapted plant
• xerophytic plant