Xerophilous

Xerophilous
Xerophilous Xe*roph"i*lous, a. [Gr. ? dry + ? to love.] (Bot.) Drought-loving; able withstand the absence or lack of moisture. [1913 Webster]

Plants which are peculiarly adapted to dry climates are termed by De Candolle xerophilous. --Goodale. [1913 Webster]


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