15 Unique Plants That Flourish in the Tundra Biome
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Arctic Poppy (Papaver radicatum)
Arctic poppy flower growing on rocky terrain
Richard Packwood / Getty Images
The arctic poppy is found throughout most of the North American Arctic and follows the Rocky Mountains all the way down to northern New Mexico. Though still vibrant, these flowers have a lighter color than other poppy species, which helps them camouflage with their arctic environment. They also have a root system made of runners that spread out over a wide area, allowing them to access water over larger surfaces.
of 15
Arctic Poppy (Papaver radicatum)
Arctic poppy flower growing on rocky terrain
Richard Packwood / Getty Images
The arctic poppy is found throughout most of the North American Arctic and follows the Rocky Mountains all the way down to northern New Mexico. Though still vibrant, these flowers have a lighter color than other poppy species, which helps them camouflage with their arctic environment. They also have a root system made of runners that spread out over a wide area, allowing them to access water over larger surfaces.
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05 March 2024
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