What is another word for epilithic?
Pronunciation: [ˌɛpɪlˈɪθɪk] (IPA) 
Epilithic is a term used to describe organisms that grow on rocks or in crevices. Some common synonyms for this word include lithophilous, lithobiotic, and lithophilic. These words all refer to organisms that have adapted to living in rocky environments, often relying on the minerals and nutrients found in the rocks for survival. Other synonyms for epilithic include saxicolous, which specifically refers to plants that grow on rocks, and petrophilous, which refers to organisms that live in or on rocks. No matter which term you use, they all describe the unique ability of certain organisms to thrive in harsh, rocky environments.
