They are adapted to grow in low nutrient areas and typically have deep taproots .
The term cushion plant refers to a characteristic growth habit adopted by various species from a range of families in order to adapt to alpine and subalpine environments and areas of high latitude .
families are adapted to grow in low nutrient areas and typically have deep taproots .
The term cushion plant refers to a characteristic growth habit adopted by various species from a range of families in order to adapt to alpine and subalpine environments and areas of high latitude .