Forests of Ilex aquifolium
Description (English)
Communities dominated by arborescent Ilex aquifolium, relict of various forests with a field layer rich in Ilex and sometimes with Taxus (Pal. 42.A7), of the supra-Mediterranean level on various substrates. These woods correspond to the senescence stage of a forest with a undergrowth with Taxus and Ilex (belonging among others to the Ilici-Quercetum ilicis), after the fading of the tree layer. They generally form patches inside or outside forests.
Source: Interpretation Manual of European Union Habitats, version EUR 28 (2013)
Quick facts
| EU Habitats Directive | Annex I habitat type (code 9380) |
|---|---|
| Habitat type | Not priority |
| Natura 2000 sites | 106 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
Ilex aquifolium
| Species scientific name | English common name | Species group |
|---|---|---|
| Ilex aquifolium | Flowering Plants |
