The second storey of the thorn scrub forests in Maharashtra is poorly developed and mainly consists spiny and xerophytic species, mostly shrubs. An ill-defined lower storey can also be seen during the brief wet season.
In the context of the thorn scrub forests in Maharashtra, the second storey is characterized by limited growth and comprises primarily spiny and water-efficient plants, mainly shrubs. During the short rainy period, a vague lower layer can also be seen.