ombrophile

/ɒmˈbrəʊfaɪl/

Definitions

1. noun

A plant that thrives in a humid climate or atmosphere, especially one that requires a high level of atmospheric moisture to grow.

“The botanical garden was home to a variety of ombrophiles that required careful watering to thrive.”

Synonyms

  • hydromedary
  • hygrophile

Antonyms

  • drought-tolerant plant
  • xerophile