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- adjective Of or pertaining to
xerosere . - adjective Growing in dry places.
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mtc commented on the word xerarch
"Xeriscape" is another member of this desiccated clan.
According to Wikipedia,
" Xeriscaping and xerogardening refers to landscaping and gardening in ways that reduce or eliminate the need for supplemental water from irrigation. It is promoted in regions that do not have easily accessible, plentiful, or reliable supplies of fresh water, and is gaining acceptance in other areas as climate patterns shift.
The word xeriscaping is a portmanteau of xeros ξήρος (Greek for "dry") and landscaping, and xeriscape is used for this style of garden. Xeriscaping refers to a method of landscape design that minimizes water use."
See http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Xeriscaping
June 11, 2012