xerothermophilous

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English

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Etymology

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From xero- +‎ thermophilous.

Adjective

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xerothermophilous (comparative more xerothermophilous, superlative most xerothermophilous)

  1. Both thermophilous and xerophilous.
    • 2016 January 20, “Detecting Coppice Legacies from Tree Growth”, in PLOS ONE[1], →DOI:
      The bedrock, specific geomorphology, warm and dry climate with a xerothermophilous flora, and the role of humans have resulted in high biodiversity including protected flora and fauna, often light demanding species dependent on the traditional management.