The Labrador tea plant has numerous adaptations that enable its survival in the harsh tundra biome. In the warmer parts of the tundra it is growing straight up, while in the colder parts of the biome it is as close to the ground as possible, carpet-like even.
The leafs of this plant are curled, which minimizes the effect of the cold and strong winds on them.
It is able to perform photosynthesis even in very cold conditions when most of the plants are in state of hibernation.
This plant also keeps the leaves on itself, and uses them for extra warmth.
