aridplant
nounUK /ˈær.ɪd.plɑːnt/
US /ˈær.ɪd.plænt/
A plant that lives in very dry places.
The cactus is an aridplant that stores water in its thick stem.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A plant adapted to survive with very little rainfall.
Scientists studied the aridplant to learn how it survives months without rain.
3. Any species used in dry landscaping or xeriscaping.
Gardeners chose an aridplant for the rocky border that gets full sun.
4. A plant whose leaves are small or spiny to reduce water loss.
The aridplant's tiny leaves help it keep moisture in the hot wind.