👉 The term "noncrustaceous" refers to a type of plant or animal that is adapted for living in environments with a low soil content and without a crust (i.e., a hard layer surrounding the seeds) on top of the ground. This means that such plants have a tough, spiky exterior covering their seeds, which allows them to survive in environments where water is scarce. Noncrustaceous plants include many species of grasses, herbs, and some flowering plants such as the
