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Overview of Asteraceae Family: Characteristics and Habitat

Asteraceae, also known as Compositae, is one of the largest families of flowering plants with around 13,000 species. They show diverse characteristics such as herbaceous or woody stems, simple leaves, and distinctive inflorescence types like racemose heads. This family is widely distributed globally

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Adaptations of Xerophytes in Different Habitats

Xerophytes, plants adapted to dry habitats, possess specific adaptations to prevent excessive water loss such as sunken stomata, presence of hairs, thick waxy cuticle, and rolled leaves. These adaptations help xerophytes thrive in arid conditions, maintaining humid air around stomata and maximizing

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Xerophytes: Adaptations to Thrive in Dry Environments

Xerophytes are plants that adapt to dry habitats by developing specialized structural and physiological features. These adaptations include deep root systems, succulent tissues for water storage, reduced leaf size with protective waxy coatings, and shortened life cycles for favorable conditions. Mor

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