lithophyte

/ˈlɪθəˌfaɪt/

Definitions

1. noun

A plant that grows on rocks or stone; especially one that has its roots in the rock and its leaves or stems projecting above the surface.

“The rocky cliffs were home to a variety of lithophytes, including ferns and mosses.”

Synonyms

  • epilithic
  • petrophyte

Antonyms

  • terrestrial
  • terricolous