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alpine plants; high-mountain plants
Plants that grow naturally at high altitudes, typically above the tree line. They are adapted to harsh conditions including cold temperatures, strong winds, and intense sunlight.
高山植物が咲いている。
Alpine plants are blooming.
高山植物は採取が禁止されている。
Collecting alpine plants is prohibited.
夏の北アルプスでは色とりどりの高山植物を楽しむことができる。
In the Northern Alps in summer, you can enjoy colorful alpine plants.
Composed of 高山 (high mountain) and 植物 (plants). In Japan, alpine plants are found primarily in mountain ranges such as the Japanese Alps and on mountains in Hokkaido.
Many Japanese 高山植物 are protected and it is illegal to pick or transplant them. Mountain hikers are expected to stay on trails to avoid damaging them.
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 高山植物のお花畑 (alpine flower meadow)
- 高山植物を観察する (to observe alpine plants)
- 高山植物図鑑 (alpine plant field guide)