Mesophyte (Noun)
Meaning
Land plant growing in surroundings having an average supply of water; compare xerophyte and hydrophyte.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Mesophytes such as beech trees are typically found in well-drained soils with moderate rainfall.
- Compared to xerophytes, mesophytes do not have adaptations for extreme water conservation.
- The surrounding meadow houses a diverse array of mesophytes that thrive in its temperate climate.
- Mesophytes and hydrophytes differ significantly in their root structures, the former having thicker cell walls for support.
- In gardens with average rainfall and medium-rich soil, mesophytes like the common daisy and coneflower flourish.