Lithophyte (Noun)
Meaning
Plant that grows on rocks or stony soil and derives nourishment from the atmosphere.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The delicate lithophyte plant had adapted to survive in harsh environments where soil was scarce, and it obtained most of its nutrients through the air around it.
- In dry regions, certain types of lithophytes developed extensive root systems to maximize their exposure to the surrounding air.
- Air plants are a type of lithophyte commonly found in tropical regions, which obtain moisture and air through specialized structures.
- Due to its unique ability to thrive in rocky environments, the lithophyte plant became an ideal candidate for researching plant resilience.
- Orchids are a form of lithophyte that have evolved to obtain sustenance through the moist air in humid climates, allowing them to grow on rocky surfaces with minimal soil.