Question
Describe in brief the various morphological and anatomical adaptations in xerophytes with diagrams.
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Xerophytes are plants adapted to survive in dry habitats where water availability is limited. These plants show several morphological and anatomical modifications to reduce water loss, store water, and ensure survival during drought conditions. Morphologically, xerophytes often possess reduced leaf surface area to minimize transpiration. Leaves may be modified into spines as in Opuntia, which reduces water loss and protects against herbivores. In many xerophytes like Nerium, leaves are thick, leathery, and covered with a waxy cuticle. Some plants such as Aloe and Agave have succulent leaves or stems
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