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pachypodium

Description:

this plant combines several adaptations to allow for survival in dry climate; widespread root system helps capture moisture; miniature leaves reduce surface area and water loss through evaporation; enlarged trunk forms a self contained water bottle.

Habitat:

very dry arid land of Isalo massif

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BevCarter
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BevCarter

Fianarantsoa, Madagascar

Spotted on Oct 13, 2013
Submitted on Mar 12, 2014

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