Xerically
of, relating to, or adapted to a dry environment.
adjective
(ecology) of, relating to, or growing in dry conditions
adj.
xeric
(zěr’ĭk, zîr’-)
relating or adapted to an extremely dry habitat. succulents such as cacti, aloes, and agaves are xeric plants. compare hydric, mesic.
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