Hydrophytes

Mesophytes

Xerophytes

Hydrophytes are plants that live in or near water. They may be:

• submerged

• floating

• have roots under water with leaves above

• or live in swampy areas.

Mesophytes are plants that dislike extremes of heat, cold and water supply.

The majority of plants fall into this group.

Xerophytes are plants that can grow in dry areas and tolerate drought conditions such as deserts.