Highland flora

Highland flora refers to the plant life found in mountainous or elevated regions. These plants are specially adapted to the harsher conditions, such as colder temperatures, strong winds, and poorer soils. Typically, they include hardy grasses, mosses, lichens, and low shrubs that can survive in the thinner atmosphere and shorter growing seasons. The diversity of highland flora varies depending on altitude and climate, often forming unique ecosystems that support specialized wildlife. Their adaptations help them endure extreme weather, making these plants vital to the mountain environment's ecological balance.