15 Unique Plants That Flourish in the Tundra Biome

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Arctic Crocus (Anemone patens)
Purple arctic crocus flowers growing in snow
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The arctic crocus comes in combinations of purple and white with a beautiful, bright-orange stamen that attracts pollinators. The plants are also covered in fuzz on their stems, buds, and leaves to protect them from harsh winds. What’s more, they grow close together to stay warm and have shorter roots to conserve energy and avoid the permafrost layer.
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