xeronic

/ˌzɛrəˈfɪtɪk, ˌzɪroʊ-/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or characteristic of xerophytes, plants that can survive in dry conditions.

“The xerophytic plants in the desert garden were able to thrive without much water.”

Synonyms

  • dryland
  • xerophilous

Antonyms

  • hygrophilous
  • wetland