XERIC SHRUBS


Meaning of XERIC SHRUBS in English

Shrubs that are adapted to survive in areas of low precipitation. Common to Mediterranean climates that have moist cool winters and warm dry summers. A limited amount of moisture is present but does not occur at optimum periods for plant growth. Irrigation or summer fallow is commonly necessary for crop production.

Environmental engineering English vocabulary.      Английский словарь экологического инжиниринга.