KnowraCrassulacean acid metabolismLinked fromLinked fromThe 19 pages that link to Crassulacean acid metabolism, each with the reason it gives.All 19Broader topic 5Related 10Compared with 4PhotosynthesisBroader topic: It lets some plants conserve water while continuing photosynthetic carbon fixation.EpiphyteBroader topic: This specific pathway helps some epiphytic plants tolerate periodic water shortage.Biological carbon fixationBroader topic: It lets plants take in carbon dioxide at night while limiting water loss.Deserts and xeric shrublandsBroader topic: This water-saving pathway supports succulents in hot, dry habitats.Plant metabolismBroader topic: This pathway conserves water in plants adapted to arid conditions.