In the Tundra
edible grass
Cotton-grass,Lishen,Moss-campion,Arctic-poppy and the Purple-saxifrage.
No, cotton grass is not a decomposer; it is a type of plant belonging to the genus Eriophorum. Cotton grass primarily grows in wet, acidic environments like peatlands and wetlands. Decomposers, such as fungi and bacteria, break down dead organic material, while cotton grass contributes to the ecosystem by providing habitat and stabilizing soil.
green swallowtail butterflies eat some grass and milkweed.
Plains.
Well, honey, the animal that munches on cotton grass in the Arctic is the muskox. These fluffy guys have a taste for those tufts of grass, making them a key part of their diet in the chilly tundra. So, if you're ever up north and spot some cotton grass disappearing, you can bet those muskoxen are the culprits.
They grow together close to the ground
Tundra.
Yes, cotton grass is considered a producer. As a type of flowering plant, it performs photosynthesis, converting sunlight into energy and producing organic compounds. This process positions cotton grass at the base of the food web, serving as a primary source of energy for various herbivores and other organisms in its ecosystem.
Cotton grass grows close to the ground to protect itself from strong winds and harsh weather conditions. Its low profile helps it conserve moisture and nutrients, aiding in its survival in challenging environments like bogs and wetlands. Additionally, growing close to the ground may help cotton grass access water from the soil more effectively.
Eriophorum angustifolium is the scientific name for common cotton grass which is actually a sedge.
They do live in East Africa where there are grass lands, but chameleons are adapted to live in trees or shrubs not grass.