flora

Most of the Tundra plants lack the ability to invade and colonize bare ground.Vegetation that grows in the Tundra is grass, lichens shrubs of willows, and sedges. Those followings grow slowly because of the hard winter. Tundra plants do not have deep root systems because of the climate and the lack of sunlight levels. Which means that trees do not grow in the Tundra. All the plants are adapted to the sweeping winds and the disturbances of soil. Certain plants grow in clumps to protect one another. Mainly the plants dark colors, because it helps with the solar heat. Tundra plants grow up to twelve inches or smaller. The plants grow close to the ground so the can keep from freezing and the roots cannot penetrate the permafrost.