edaphic

e·daph·ic  (-dfk)

adj.

1. Of or relating to soil, especially as it affects living organisms.

2. Influenced by the soil rather than by the climate.

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[From Greek edaphos, ground, soil; see sed- in Indo-European roots.]

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edaphic [ɪˈdæfɪk]

adj

(Life Sciences & Allied Applications / Environmental Science) of or relating to the physical and chemical conditions of the soil, esp in relation to the plant and animal life it supports Compare biotic [2]

[from Greek edaphos bottom, soil]

edaphically  adv

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edaphic  (-dfk)

1. Relating to soil, especially as it affects living organisms. Edaphic characteristics include such factors as water content, acidity, aeration, and the availability of nutrients.

2. Influenced by factors inherent in the soil rather than by climatic factors.