Ecology. Alpine plants occur in a tundra: a type of natural region or biome that does not contain trees. Alpine tundra occurs in mountains worldwide. It transitions to subalpine forests below the tree line; stunted forests occurring at the forest-tundra ecotone are known as Krummholz.

Where are alpine vegetation found?

Complete answer: Alpine plants are found in the tundra - a type of natural region or biome that does not contain trees. Alpine tundra is found in mountains around the world. Alpine plants are not limited to higher elevations. Elevated areas have a different ecology than those located at higher latitudes.

Where are the Alpines located?

The Alpine region covers a territory of approximately 190 700 km² and encompasses eight European countries: Austria, France, Germany, Italy, Liechtenstein, Monaco, Slovenia and Switzerland.