Abstract:Cushion plants are widely representative species of the alpine ecosystem
due to their vital roles in the abiotic and biotic environments,
ecological succession processes, and ecosystem engineering. Importantly,
Cushion plants, such as Androsace L. and Arenaria L., can be regarded as
critical pioneers of ecosystem health, restoration and sustainability
across the Tibetan Plateau because these plants (i) exhibit tenacious
vitality, regulate regional climates, substrates and soil nutrients and
keep warmth in extr… Show more
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