Question

Give three main features in desert plants

Answer 1

Answer:

Desert plants have developed three main adaptive strategies: succulence, drought tolerance and drought avoidance. Each of these is a different but effective suite of adaptations for prospering under conditions that would kill plants from other regions.

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Features of Desert Plants

• Low Water Requirements. Desert plant survival depends on being able to exist on very little rainfall.

• Small or No Leaves. Moisture evaporates through leaves.

• Thorns. Many desert plants have needles or thorns.

• Ability to Quickly Absorb Water.

Answer 2

1. Succulence

2. Drought tolerance

3. Drought avoidance