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  • Grevillea Adaptations: Leaf and Stem Features for Survival
    Leaves:

    * Thick, leathery leaves: these help to reduce water loss through transpiration.

    * Small, needle-like shape: this also helps to reduce water loss.

    * Hairy leaves: these help to protect the leaves from the sun and wind.

    * Glands on the leaves: these excrete essential oils that repel insects and other pests.

    Stems:

    * Woody stems: these help to support the plant and provide structure.

    * Bark: this helps to protect the stems from damage.

    * Lenticels: these are small pores on the stems that allow air to enter and escape.

    Roots:

    * Deep taproots: these help to anchor the plant in the ground and allow it to access water from deep below the surface.

    * Lateral roots: these spread out near the surface of the soil and help to absorb nutrients.

    * Root nodules: these contain bacteria that help to fix nitrogen from the air and convert it into a form that the plant can use.

    Flowers:

    * Nectar-producing flowers: these attract birds, insects, and other animals that help to pollinate the flowers.

    * Brightly colored flowers: these help to attract pollinators.

    * Spiky flowers: these help to protect the flowers from being eaten by animals.

    Fruits:

    * Dry, woody fruits: these help to protect the seeds from predators.

    * Seeds with wings: these help the seeds to disperse over long distances.

    * Seeds with spines: these help to protect the seeds from being eaten by animals.

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