Pronunciation: /ˈɛpɪfaɪt/
noun a plant that grows on another plant but is not parasitic, such as the numerous ferns, bromeliads, air plants, and orchids growing on tree trunks in tropical rainforests
A1 An epiphyte is a plant that grows on another plant for support.
A2 Epiphytes often live in tropical rainforests where they can easily attach themselves to trees.
B1 Some epiphytes obtain nutrients and water from the air and rain rather than from the host plant.
B2 Epiphytes play an important role in their ecosystems by providing habitats for other organisms.
C1 Certain epiphytes have adapted to survive in harsh environments such as deserts or high altitudes.
C2 Research on epiphytes has revealed their unique relationships with their host plants and surrounding environment.
formal Epiphytes are plants that grow harmlessly on other plants and obtain nutrients from the air and rain.
informal I love how epiphytes add a touch of greenery to my indoor garden without needing soil.
slang Check out those cool air plants, they're like epiphytes but easier to care for.
figurative In a bustling city, street vendors are like epiphytes, thriving in the urban environment.
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