What Does Sciophilous Mean?

adjective. (also sciaphilous) Botany. Preferring or thriving in a shaded habitat; especially (of a plant or plant community) growing best in shade.

What is the meaning of Sciophyte?

: a plant that endures or thrives best at lowered light intensity.

What is Photophilous plant?

adjective. (esp of plants) growing best in strong light.

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