Thorn Forests

Thorn forests are found in the semi-arid regions of India.The trees,which are sparsely distributed,are surrounded byopem grassy area.Throny plants,called xerophytic species are,able to conserve water,some of these trees have small leaves ,while other species have thick ,waxy leaves to reduce water losses during transpiration.Thron-forest trees have long or fibrous roots to enable them reach water at great depths.Many of these plants have throns,which reduce water loss and protect them from herbivores.
Mangrove forests grow along the coast especiallly in the river deltas.These plabts are uniquely adapted to be able to grow in amix of saline and fresh water.They grow luxuriantly in muddy areas covered with silt that the rivers have brought down.The mangrove trees have breathing roots that emerge form mudbanks.