Succulent plant
Succulent plant
A Succulent plant (pronunciation: /ˈsʌkjʊlənt plɑːnt/) is a type of plant that has thick, fleshy parts in which water can be stored. The term "succulent" comes from the Latin word "sucus", meaning juice or sap.
Etymology
The term "succulent" is derived from the Latin word "sucus", which means juice or sap. This refers to the water-storing capabilities of these plants.
Description
Succulent plants, also known as succulents, are plants with parts that are thickened, engorged, usually to retain water in arid climates or soil conditions. The word "succulent" comes from the Latin word sucus, meaning juice, or sap. Succulent plants may store water in various structures, such as leaves and stems. Some definitions also include roots, thus geophytes that survive unfavorable periods by dying back to underground storage organs may be regarded as succulents.
Types of Succulent Plants
There are many different types of succulent plants, including:
- Aloe Vera - A well-known succulent plant that is often used in skincare products.
- Cactus - A type of succulent plant that is native to the Americas.
- Echeveria - A large genus of flowering plants in the family Crassulaceae, native to semi-desert areas of Central America, Mexico and northwestern South America.
- Sedum - A large genus of flowering plants in the family Crassulaceae, which includes up to 600 species of leaf succulents that are found throughout the Northern Hemisphere.
Related Terms
- Drought Tolerant Plants - Plants that are able to survive with minimal water.
- Xerophyte - A species of plant that has adapted to survive in an environment with little water, such as a desert.
- Crassulacean Acid Metabolism (CAM) - A type of photosynthetic adaptation in plants allowing them to conserve water.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Succulent plant
- Wikipedia's article - Succulent plant
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