drought resistance
Survives without water
Drought resistance is a plant's ability to survive and thrive with limited water.
The term appears in agriculture and botany to describe species or varieties that can endure dry conditions: These tomato cultivars were bred for drought resistance.
The trait may involve deep root systems, waxy leaves, or other adaptations that reduce water loss.
- arid climatesRegions with minimal rainfall
- dry spellProlonged absence of rain
- stomatal regulationControl of leaf pores
- xerophyteDrought-tolerant plant species
- irrigationArtificial water supply for agriculture
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