Low formations of Euphorbia close to cliffs
Description (English)
Low formations of Helichrysum (Helichrysum italicum ssp. microphyllum, Helichrysum italicum ssp. italicum) with spurges (Euphorbia pithyusa, i.a.), Pistacia lentiscus, Camphorosma monspeliaca, Artemisia densiflora or Thymelaea passerina, Thymelaea hirsuta, Thymelaea tartonraira of the immediate vicinity of sea cliffs, forming the transition between cliff vegetation or clifftop phryganas and thermo-Mediterranean scrub.
Source: Interpretation Manual of European Union Habitats, version EUR 28 (2013)
Quick facts
| EU Habitats Directive | Annex I habitat type (code 5320) |
|---|---|
| Habitat type | Not priority |
| Natura 2000 sites | 138 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
Camphorosma monspeliaca
Flowering Plants
Euphorbia pithyusa
Flowering Plants
Pistacia lentiscus
Flowering Plants
Thymelaea hirsuta
Flowering Plants
Thymelaea passerina
Flowering Plants
Thymelaea tartonraira
| Species scientific name | English common name | Species group |
|---|---|---|
| Camphorosma monspeliaca | Flowering Plants | |
| Euphorbia pithyusa | Flowering Plants | |
| Pistacia lentiscus | Flowering Plants | |
| Thymelaea hirsuta | Flowering Plants | |
| Thymelaea passerina | Flowering Plants | |
| Thymelaea tartonraira | Flowering Plants |
