What is another word for Saxicolous Plant?
Pronunciation: [sˈaksɪkələs plˈant] (IPA) 
A saxicolous plant is a plant that grows on or in rocks. There are various synonyms for this term, including lithophyte, stenophyllous, and rupicolous plant. Lithophyte is derived from the Greek words lithos meaning rock and phyton meaning plant. Stenophyllous is also from Greek and means narrow-leaved, referring to the slender leaves that cling to rocks. Rupicolous is from Latin, which means rock-dwelling. Despite different origins of terminology, all these words refer to plants that have evolved to grow in rocky crevices. These plants have developed adaptations to thrive in difficult environments such as shallow soil, scarce water, and harsh winds.
