epiphytic Definition
- 1growing on another plant but not parasitic on it
- 2relating to or denoting an epiphyte
Using epiphytic: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "epiphytic" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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Epiphytic plants grow on other plants for support.
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Orchids are a classic example of epiphytic plants.
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Epiphytic ferns are found in the rainforests.
epiphytic Synonyms and Antonyms
Antonyms for epiphytic
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Summary: epiphytic in Brief
The term 'epiphytic' [ep-uh-fahy-tik] refers to a type of plant that grows on another plant but is not parasitic. Examples include orchids and ferns, which grow on other plants for support.
