1. living or growing among rocks
Usage: botanical; zoological

Examples

• The saxatile plants thrived in the rocky crevices of the cliff face.
• Many saxatile species have adapted to survive in harsh mountain environments.
• The botanist studied saxatile flora in the alpine region.
• Saxatile lichens covered the granite outcroppings.
• The saxatile habitat provided shelter for small reptiles.
• These saxatile ferns require excellent drainage to flourish.