AP BIOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -The leaves of rainforest trees have adapted to survive with the large amount of rain. The leaves are big, thick and waxy, and have ‘drip tips’ to let the rain drain off quickly. Plants need to shed water to avoid growth of fungus and bacteria in the warm, wet tropical rainforest.

Detailed explanation-2: -Lianas / Drip Tips Lianas, also known as drip tips, are a type of climbing plant that typically grows in tropical rainforests. They are characterized by their long winding and aerial roots that allow them to climb trees in the rainforest.

Detailed explanation-3: -Examples of Plants found in the Tropical Rainforest: Orchids, Philodendrons, Ferns, Bromeliads, Kapok Trees, Banana Trees, Rubber Trees, Bam-boo, Trees, Cassava Trees, Avocado Trees.

Detailed explanation-4: -Rainforests are those forests, which are found in the hot and rainy regions of the world. This type of regions have lots of sunlight and lots of rainwater. In this regions, plants have drip tip leaves to adapt in this type of environment. This type of leaves enables the raindrops to fall off quickly.

Detailed explanation-5: -Most rainforest leaves are very green and have a waxy kind of coating to them. Approximately 90 percent of rainforest plant leaves have what is called a “drip tip.” The drip tip is the pointed end of the leaf. This tip, along with the waxy covering makes it easier for water to run off the leaves.