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How are plants of the savanna highly specialized to grow in this environment of long periods of drought?
Plants of the savannas are highly specialized to grow in this environment of long periods of drought. They have long tap roots that can reach the deep water table, thick bark to resist annual fires, trunks that can store water, and leaves that drop off during the winter to conserve water.
How many species live in the African savanna?
The savanna is home to 45 mammal species, 500 bird species and numerous plants. Though the savanna is still a popular tourist destination for visitors who wish to experience a safari, some of the flora and fauna from this diverse region are considered endangered as of 2011.
Is combretum Erythrophyllum deciduous or evergreen?
It is deciduous to semi-deciduous, and the leaves turn yellow and red in autumn (the specific name erythrophyllum means red leaf).
Where does the river bushwillow grow?
Countries that lie in this biome are Madagascar, Senegal, Guinea, Upper Volta, Ivory Coast, Ghana, Nigeria, Cameroon and Ethiopia. The African savanna, where the river bushwillow is native, is a rolling grassland with few trees.
How is the river bushwillow adapted to its habitat?
This is because it is hydrophilic (needing a lot of water to grow). It is easily grown from seed but it is hard to find seeds without parasites. The river bushwillow has made adaptations that include a hydrophilic root system, thick bark to resist forest fires and leaf drop during dry periods to conserve energy and water.
How are plants adapted to survive in the savanna?
· A Hydrophilic root system. Meaning that it can extract water from deeper into the ground. · Thick bark to resist fires. · It has the ability to drop its leaves during dry periods so it can conserve energy and water.
How are plants adapted to survive the dry season?
Many plants have roots that grow deep in the ground, where the most water can be found. This defense also allows the plant to survive fires because the root is undamaged and can regrow after the fire. Many plants, like this baobab tree, have adaptations that help them survive the dry season. Click for more detail.
How are kangaroo paw trees adapted to the savanna?
The Kangaroo paw has a strong perch that pollinators e.g wattle birds and honey eaters that pollinate other plants. Many types of eucalyptus tree are drought tolerant. The Eucalyptus trees have a sticky like gum sap in their trunks.