Definition

A type of plant that can grow in salty environments, such as coastal areas or salt flats.

Example

Saltbush is a common halophyte found in arid regions with high salinity.

Conversation

Did you know there are plants called halophytes that thrive in salty environments?

Really? I had no idea plants could adapt like that!

Yeah, they can grow in places where most plants would just die.

That's fascinating! Nature always finds a way, doesn't it?

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Halophyte → It is formed from "halo-" (from Greek "halos", meaning salt) and "phyte" (from Greek "phyton", meaning plant). The word describes a plant that thrives in salty environments.

Memory Tip

Think of 'salt' ('halo-') and 'plant' ('phyte') to remember that a halophyte is a plant that grows well in salty conditions.

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