Vocabulary Entry

welwitschia

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Welwitschia is a genus of desert-dwelling plants, particularly known for their long-lived leaves and unique growth patterns.

Example Sentences

"The welwitschia plant can survive for over a thousand years in harsh desert conditions."

"In Namibia, tourists flock to see the iconic welwitschia growing in the Namib Desert."

"Scientists study the welwitschia to understand its adaptations to extreme environments."