Plants in the tundra needed to adapt to the cold climate, because of this most plants grow low to the ground to avoid the harsh winds and freezing cold.
Bearberry
Scientific Name: Arctostaphylos uva-ursi Uses: Medicinal tea, Folk medicine, berries can be eaten in small portions Can be found in dry, non-nutrient soils such as sand
Arctic Moss
Scientific Name: Calliergon giganteum Uses: N/A Can be found under or near water
Diamond Leaf Willow
Scientific Name: Salix pulcha Uses: Leaves are used in tea and soup, the twigs are used to makes baskets Can be found near water or in relatively wet areas
Labrador Tea
Scientific Name: Rhododendron Tomentosum Uses: Can make a medicinal herbal tea Can primarily be found near water
Pasque Flower
Scientific Name: Pulsatilla Uses: plant extracts are used in herbal medicine Can be found on southward facing slopes