GENERAL KNOWLEDGE

Detailed explanation-1: -Xerophytes are plants that are adapted to very dry conditions with a lot of sun exposure, like cacti and succulents. Xeric environments, or desert-like environments, are some of the most extreme locations in which plants can be found. Xerophytic species are often easy to recognize by their looks.

Detailed explanation-2: -Explanation: Opuntia and Cactus are belongs to Xerophytes group. Xerophytes are species of plants which are adapted to dry/desert areas and survive in an environment with little liquid water. For example, Cactus is a xerophyte that has white hairs which help to prevent water loss.