Structural adaptation of xeromorphic plant for water

A) Reduce water loss : (Leaves)

Stomata :

• Reduction of stomata
• Sunken stomata
• Closure of stomata during day and open at night

Surface :

• Thick waxy cuticle
• Presense of hair

Leaves shape :

• rolling leaves
• needle leaves

B) Storage :

• Succulent of leaves
• Succulent of stems
• Succulent of roots

C) Increase water uptake : (Root)

• Deep and extensive root system
• shallow root system