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philothermic (adjective), more philothermic, most philothermic
A reference to an existence in a warm climate: Some philothermic plants that are heat-tolerant and thrive well in such environments are the lemon verbena, the marigold, and the geranium.

A few philothermic animals that have a preference for warm habitats are the African penguin, the sea lion, and the meerkat.