hydrophytes and mesophytes
Hydrophytes | Mesophytes |
1. Plants that grow in aquatic environments are known as hydrophytes. | 1. These plants are terrestrial plants that are adapted to an adequate or average supply of water. |
2. Adaptations include thin cuticle, flat and broad leaves | 2. Adaptations include lengthier cuticle and possess large leaves. |
3. They do not have well-developed root system. | 3. They have well developed root system. |