Inland dunes with open Corynephorus and Agrostis grasslands
Description (English)
Open formations found on inland dunes with dry siliceous soils, of Atlantic, sub-Atlantic and Mediterraneo-montane distribution, often species-poor and with a strong representation of annuals. It includes formations of unstable Germano-Baltic fluvio-glacial inland sands with Corynephorus canescens, Carex arenaria, Spergula morisonii, Teesdalia nudicaulis and carpets of fruticose lichens (Cladonia, Cetraria) (Pal. 64.11) and other grasslands of more stabilised Germano-Baltic fluvio-glacial inland dune systems with Agrostis spp. and Corynephorus canescens or other acidophilous grasses (Pal. 64.12).
Source: Interpretation Manual of European Union Habitats, version EUR 28 (2013)
Quick facts
| EU Habitats Directive | Annex I habitat type (code 2330) |
|---|---|
| Habitat type | Not priority |
| Natura 2000 sites | 495 are designated for this habitat type |
Distribution
Conservation status
EU conservation status
Conservation status assesses every six years and for each biogeographical region the condition of habitats and species compared to the favourable status as described in the Habitats Directive. The map shows the 2013-2018 assessments as reported by EU Member State. Assessments are further detailed in the summary document available behind the link below.
Species mentioned in habitat description
Flowering Plants
Carex arenaria
Flowering Plants
Corynephorus canescens
Flowering Plants
Spergula morisonii
Flowering Plants
Teesdalia nudicaulis
| Species scientific name | English common name | Species group |
|---|---|---|
| Carex arenaria | Flowering Plants | |
| Corynephorus canescens | Flowering Plants | |
| Spergula morisonii | Flowering Plants | |
| Teesdalia nudicaulis | Flowering Plants |
Natura 2000 sites
Protected in the following Natura 2000 sites
Protected sites
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Mentioned in the following international legal instruments and agreements
Relation to habitat classifications
| Classification | Code | Habitat type name | Relationship type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nordic Vegetation Classification 1994 | 4.1.4.1 | Corynephorus canescens-typ | not defined |
| National Vegetation Classification (UK) | SD11 | Carex arenaria-Cornicularia aculeata dune community p.p." | not defined |
| National Vegetation Classification (UK) | SD12 | Carex arenaria-Festuca ovina-Agrostis capillaris grassland p.p.". | not defined |
