In areas of permafrost, stands of black spruce are frequently observed in the landscape, while other tree species are noticeably absent. often these stands are referred to as "drunken forests" because many of the black spruce are displaced from their normal vertical alignment. what is the most likely explanation for the unusual growth of these forests in this marginal habitat? in areas of permafrost, stands of black spruce are frequently observed in the landscape, while other tree species are noticeably absent. often these stands are referred to as "drunken forests" because many of the black spruce are displaced from their normal vertical alignment. what is the most likely explanation for the unusual growth of these forests in this marginal habitat? taproot formation is impossible, so trees de