Medio-European subalpine beech woods with Acer and Rumex arifolius
Description (English)
Fagus sylvatica woods usually composed of low, low-branching trees, with much sycamore (Acer pseudoplatanus), situated near the tree limit, mostly in low mountains with oceanic climate of Western Europe and of central and northern Central Europe. The herb layer is similar to that of the forests of 9130 or locally of 9110 and contains elements of the adjacent open grasslands.
Source: Interpretation Manual of European Union Habitats, version EUR 28 (2013)
Quick facts
| EU Habitats Directive | Annex I habitat type (code 9140) |
|---|---|
| Habitat type | Not priority |
| Natura 2000 sites | 179 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
Acer pseudoplatanus
Flowering Plants
Fagus sylvatica
| Species scientific name | English common name | Species group |
|---|---|---|
| Acer pseudoplatanus | Flowering Plants | |
| Fagus sylvatica | Flowering Plants |
