Definition

Describing plants or organisms that grow on or among rocks.

Example

The saxicolous plants thrived in the rocky terrain.

Conversation

Did you know that some plants are saxicolous?

Really? I had no idea!

Yeah, they actually grow among rocks and thrive there.

That's fascinating! Nature is full of surprises.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Saxicolous → It is formed from "saxum" (meaning rock) and "colere" (meaning to inhabit or dwell). The word describes organisms that inhabit or grow on rocks.

Memory Tip

Think of 'rock' ('saxum') and 'inhabiting' ('colere') to remember that 'saxicolous' refers to things that live on rocks.

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