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Epiphytes are plants that grow on other plants for physical support, without deriving nutrients from them. They have specialized adaptations like aerial roots, water storage structures, and reduced leaf surfaces to absorb moisture and nutrients from the air. Epiphytes thrive in various environments, including rainforests, deserts, and even urban areas.
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How do you calculate density from surface area per m2 and number of species ie density of epiphytes per m2 of trunk from having the surface area of the trunk and number of epiphytes on it?
To calculate the density of epiphytes per m2 of trunk, you would divide the number of epiphytes by the surface area of the trunk in square meters. This would give you the number of epiphytes per square meter of trunk. Density = Number of epiphytes / Surface area of trunk.
Can you list 3 examples of epiphytes?
Mosses, orchids and flowering plants.
What are plants that grow on top of other plants?
they are epiphytes, they depend on the plant they're growing on.
How do epiphytes obtain water?
Epiphytes obtain water through their specialized roots that can absorb moisture from the air or water droplets that collect on their leaves. They can also take in water through their roots if available, such as during rainfall or when moisture is present in the environment.
What are plants that never touch the ground called two examples?
Plants that never touch the ground are called epiphytes. Two examples of epiphytes are orchids and bromeliads. They may not need soil to grow, but they sure know how to steal the show!
What is the difference between climbers and epiphytes?
what is the difference between epiphytes and climbers
What is the scientific name for epiphytes?
The scientific name for epiphytes is "Epiphyta," which are plants that grow on other plants without deriving nutrients from the soil.
What trees do epiphytes grow on?
what kind of epiphytes are found in the flood planes of north east u.s. forests
What animal eats epiphytes?
animals in the rain forest eat epiphytes like beetles, salamander, and tree frogs
How do you calculate density from surface area per m2 and number of species ie density of epiphytes per m2 of trunk from having the surface area of the trunk and number of epiphytes on it?
To calculate the density of epiphytes per m2 of trunk, you would divide the number of epiphytes by the surface area of the trunk in square meters. This would give you the number of epiphytes per square meter of trunk. Density = Number of epiphytes / Surface area of trunk.
What is its purpose of epiphytes in the rainforest?
To look pretty
What are some plants?
Strangler Fig Epiphytes
What has the author Dick Johansson written?
Dick Johansson has written: 'Ecology of vascular epiphytes in West African rain forest' -- subject(s): Epiphytes
Are epiphytes used as medicine?
i don't no. don't ask me
What layer of the rainforest does the epiphytes live?
Forest floor
How big is the epiphytes plant?
i think 8 cm
What are some rainforest plants?
Strangler Fig Epiphytes
