Question

Xerophytes grow in desert regions. Mention two special features of such plants.

Answer 1

Answer:

they need very less amount of water for surviving.

their roots dig deep into the land and get water from deep underground.

their leaves turn into spine to reduce rate of transpiration so that water isn't wasted

Answer 2

Answer:

Xerophytes have:

1. Thorns instead of leaves to prevent loss of water by transpiration.
2. Thick and waxy stem.
3. They have long roots to search for water