Dwarf WillowSalix herbacea

Shrubs
Arctic Edible

Its tiny size helps it survive the extreme climate of the tundra. Apart from staying close to the ground to avoid the worst of the harsh winds, its leaves grow broad to maximize the amount of sunlight it receives.  This perennial shrub is partial to well-drained riverbanks and steep, rocky slopes. It produces flowers that range from red and pink to yellow and brown.

Reindeer feed upon this plant, often eating it entirely