halophyte Definition
- 1a plant that grows in salty soil or water
- 2a plant adapted to living in a saline environment
Using halophyte: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "halophyte" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
Mangroves are halophytes that grow in saltwater.
Example
Saltbush is a common halophyte found in arid regions.
Example
Seagrasses are halophytes that grow in shallow marine waters.
halophyte Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for halophyte
- salt-loving plant
- salt-tolerant plant
- salt-resistant plant
Phrases with halophyte
Example
Spartina alterniflora is an obligate halophyte that grows in salt marshes.
a plant that can grow in both saline and non-saline environments
Example
Atriplex nummularia is a facultative halophyte that can grow in both saline and non-saline soils.
glycophyte
a plant that cannot tolerate high levels of salt in the soil or water
Example
Most agricultural crops are glycophytes and cannot grow in saline soils.
Summary: halophyte in Brief
'Halophyte' [ˈhæləfaɪt] refers to a plant that grows in salty soil or water. It is adapted to living in a saline environment, such as mangroves, saltbush, and seagrasses. Halophytes can be classified as obligate or facultative, depending on their ability to grow in non-saline environments. The opposite of halophyte is glycophyte, which cannot tolerate high levels of salt.
