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a plant that is adapted to survive in dry or arid conditions, typically by storing water in its tissues or having a reduced surface area to minimize water loss
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Xerophytes are plants that have adapted to survive in arid environments with little water.
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Cacti are a common type of xerophyte that can be found in deserts.
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Succulents are like the cool kids of the xerophyte world.
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Being a xerophyte in a world full of water-loving plants can be tough, but they thrive in their own unique way.