Xeriscaping

noun a type of plant that typically has thick, fleshy stems and are often covered in spines or needles

• The cactus is a type of succulent plant that is well-adapted to arid climates.
• I accidentally pricked my finger on a cactus while hiking in the desert.
• That cactus is looking pretty thorny, watch out!
• His personality is like a cactus - prickly on the outside but soft on the inside.

noun a plant species known as Opuntia monacantha, commonly referred to as aaron's-beard cactus

• The Aaron's-beard cactus, also known as the beavertail cactus, is native to the southwestern United States.
• I saw a huge Aaron's-beard cactus while hiking in the desert.
• That Aaron's-beard cactus is really cool-looking, dude.
• The Aaron's-beard cactus stood tall and proud, like a symbol of resilience in the harsh desert environment.

noun a type of flowering plant that belongs to the genus Leucocrinum, native to the southwestern United States and Mexico

• The adobe lily is a type of flower commonly found in arid regions.
• I picked some adobe lilies to decorate the house.
• Those adobe lilies are really popping in the garden.
• Her beauty was like that of an adobe lily, simple yet striking.

noun a family of plants that includes agaves and yuccas

• The Agavaceae family includes plants such as agave, yucca, and dracaena.
• I learned that agave belongs to the Agavaceae family of plants.
• Agavaceae plants like agave are pretty cool, don't you think?
• The Agavaceae family tree branches out with a variety of unique plants.

noun a type of cactus that is part of the Agave genus

• The agave cactus is a succulent plant native to the hot and arid regions of the Americas.
• I heard that agave cactus is used to make tequila!
• Check out that cool agave cactus growing in the desert!
• The agave cactus symbolizes resilience in the face of harsh conditions.