Discover the ingenious water-conserving features of desert plants, like waxy coatings on leaves to minimize moisture loss.
How do desert plants prevent loss of water How do they conserve water?
As mentioned before, desert plants have adapted in various ways to conserve water. Some desert plants store water in their leaves, stems, or roots. Others have thick, waxy skin that helps prevent water loss. Some desert plants have small leaves that help reduce evaporation.