How do desert plants survive extreme heat?

Desert plants survive extreme heat through adaptations like thick, waxy coatings that reduce water loss and reflective surfaces that minimise heat absorption. Many have deep or widespread root systems to access water from underground or collect rainfall quickly. Some, like cacti, store water in their tissues, while others, like the creosote bush, have small or needle-like leaves to reduce transpiration. These strategies enable them to thrive in arid conditions.