alpine sunflower

Meaning

A low-growing, perennial wildflower native to high-altitude mountain regions, characterized by its large, golden-yellow flower head and hairy, silver-green leaves that help it survive extreme cold.

Examples

• The alpine sunflower is one of the first plants to bloom as the snow melts in the high tundra.
• Because of the harsh mountain climate, the alpine sunflower grows very close to the ground to avoid freezing winds.