News Plants Salty sweat helps one desert plant stay hydrated A study provides a new look into the strategies plants have evolved to survive in harsh locales The leaves of this Athel tamarisk secrete salts that soak up condensation. Marieh Al-Handawi By Ariana Remmel October 30, 2023 at 4:39 pm - More than 2 years ago Share this:Share Share via email (Opens in new window) Email Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Click to share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit Click to share on X (Opens in new window) X Click to print (Opens in new window) Print Sweat keeps some animals cool in scorching heat. Salty secretions also serve one desert shrub a refreshing sip of water.
