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Why do desert plants germinate very quickly?
Plant seeds need water to germinate, grow into a mature plant and then reproduce. Water in the desert is a rare commodity so when sufficient rain does fall, the seeds quickly sprout and grow, bloom and form more seeds. It's a matter of a survival adaptation.
How do tumbleweed survive in the desert?
Tumbleweeds prefer areas of disturb soil in the desert, especially along roads and highways. Seeds can lay dormant for many months, even years waiting for moisture. Once rain does arrive the seeds sprout rapidly and grow into adult plants that produce seeds for the next generation.
What characteristics would plants in a dessert have?
Some plants have long roots to get water deep in the soil, or branched roots to get water over a wide area. With thick waxy layer on the stems and leaves, water can be retained and the tissues are protected from strong sunshine. Some plants have pin-like leaves to reduce water loss. Many desert plants are succulents and they store water in their swollen stems or leaves. Some desert plants are the " drought evaders" . They exist as seeds before the rain comes, and grow when it rains. They flower quickly to produce seeds and then die. There are " drought resisters" --- perennial plants that possess the abilities of storing water, locating underground water or minimizing the use of water by various measures.
Why do some desert plants have very short life cycles?
Deserts usually receive most of their rain during brief, summer rainy seasons. Plants must take advantage of the moisture when available and germinate, grow, bloom and produce new seeds before the soil dries out again.
What stimulates germination of desert plant seeds after a hard rain?
The water itself stimulates the germination of the seeds.
Does a desert often contain plants that can reproduce very quickly?
Yes, especially annuals. Rain causes the seeds in the soil to germinate quickly, grow quickly, flower quickly and produce seeds that are then scattered on the soil to wait for the next good rain.
Why do plants grow quickly when it rains in the desert?
The rainy season is short in the desert so plants must grow rapidly so as to complete their life cycle and produce seeds before dry weather sets in again.
Why do desert plants produce many seeds in the desert?
Most of the seeds will be eaten by birds and rodents, some will be washed away in flash floods or wind storms. Few seeds will survive to possibly grow in the future. Plants produce so many seeds to assure the survival of the species.
Why do desert plants germinate very quickly?
Plant seeds need water to germinate, grow into a mature plant and then reproduce. Water in the desert is a rare commodity so when sufficient rain does fall, the seeds quickly sprout and grow, bloom and form more seeds. It's a matter of a survival adaptation.
Why do plants in the desert have short life cycles?
Rain is rare in most deserts and comes mostly during short rainy seasons. Many plants have adapted to this and will quickly sprout from seeds, grow rapidly and produce new seeds during the brief wet season in deserts.
Will a desert grow plants quickly?
Some desert plants, primarily annuals, will grow quickly if sufficient rain is received. Seeds quickly germinate and the plant rapidly grows, produces flowers, then seeds and soon dies as the source of water disappears. The new seeds may remain dormant for years until another heavy rain brings them to life and the cycle starts all over.
Do bigger plants produce bigger seeds?
Usually, bigger plants do produce bigger seeds.
What are plants that produce seeds enclosed in a fruit?
Angiosperms are plants that produce seeds enclosed in a fruit.
Some plants produce seeds that develop inside of what?
some plants produce seeds that develop inside of what?
What would be an adaptation of a desert plant?
Pipe Cactus Organ Popcorn FlowerSome desert plants are the " drought evaders" . They exist as seeds before the rain comes, and grow when it rains. They flower quickly to produce seeds and then die. There are " drought resisters" --- perennial plants that possess the abilities of storing water, locating underground water or minimizing the use of water by various measures. Morman Tea Fairy Duster
What plants can produce seeds?
The seed produces another generation of that plant after germination.
How does a desert turn to green?
Seasonal rains can cause seeds to sprout that may have lain dormant for years. They quickly growm flower and produce new seeds before the drought returns.
