Definition

A type of plant that grows on rocks and gets most of its nutrients from the air rather than from the soil.

Example

The lithophyte thrived in the rocky environment, drawing moisture from the air.

Conversation

Have you ever seen a lithophyte up close?

No, I haven't! What exactly is a lithophyte?

It's a plant that grows on rocks and gets nutrients from the air.

That sounds fascinating! I'd love to learn more about them.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Lithophyte → It is formed from "litho-" (from Greek "lithos", meaning stone) and "phyte" (from Greek "phyton", meaning plant). The word describes a plant that grows on or among stones.

Memory Tip

Imagine a plant that thrives on 'stone' ('litho-') — that's what a lithophyte is, a plant that grows in rocky environments.

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