Properties (50)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instanceOf |
plant
|
| gptkbp:adaptation |
water conservation
spines instead of leaves water-storing tissues ability to absorb dew coloration to reflect sunlight dormancy during dry periods high tolerance to salinity leaf hairs leaf modifications leaf orientation photosynthetic stems reduced transpiration shallow root systems stomatal closure sunken stomata thickened stems thorns for protection waxy coatings |
| gptkbp:characteristics |
deep root systems
thick cuticle reduced leaf surface area |
| gptkbp:climate |
semi-arid
desert |
| gptkbp:conservationEfforts |
protected areas
sustainable practices restoration ecology |
| gptkbp:examples |
cacti
succulents aloe vera agave desert sage |
| gptkbp:flora |
CAM photosynthesis
|
| gptkbp:habitat |
arid environments
|
| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
xerophytes
|
| gptkbp:is_essential_for |
agriculture
landscaping ecological balance |
| gptkbp:reproduction |
seed dispersal
vegetative propagation |
| gptkbp:role |
carbon sequestration
provide habitat for wildlife prevent soil erosion |
| gptkbp:symbioticRelationships |
nitrogen-fixing bacteria
mycorrhizal_fungi |
| gptkbp:threats |
climate change
habitat destruction invasive species |
| gptkbp:waterQuality |
in leaves
in stems |