What is another word for halophyte?
Pronunciation: [hˈe͡ɪləfˌa͡ɪt] (IPA) 
A halophyte is a plant that is capable of growing in saline soils or areas with high salt concentration. Some synonyms of halophyte include salt-loving plants, salt-tolerant plants, salt-resistant plants, and saline plants. Some common halophytes include mangroves, marsh grasses, and saltbushes. These plants have adapted to the harsh conditions of salty environments by developing unique strategies for coping with the excess salt. Some halophytes have developed specialized structures such as salt glands, while others have altered their metabolism to prevent salt buildup in their tissues. Halophytes play an important role in maintaining the ecosystem health of saline habitats and are vital to the survival of many organisms that rely on these unique environments.
