Icelandic Anthoxanthum-Hierochloe grasslands
English name:
Icelandic Anthoxanthum-Hierochloe grasslands
Description (English)
Grasslands of Iceland dominated by Agrostis capillaris, Anthoxanthum odoratum, Hierochlo‰ odorata, with a species cortège similar to that of unit E1.7221, occurring under similar conditions but with a somewhat longer-lasting snow cover. Some stands are dominated by Deschampsia flexuosa and are included in unit E1.73.
Source: EUNIS habitat classification
Quick facts
| EUNIS habitat type | code E1.7222 |
|---|---|
| Bern Convention | Included in a Resolution 4 habitat type at a higher level (E1.722) |
Vegetation types
Relation to vegetation types (syntaxa)
Not availableSpecies mentioned in habitat description
Flowering Plants
Agrostis capillaris
Flowering Plants
Anthoxanthum odoratum
Flowering Plants
Deschampsia flexuosa
| Species scientific name | English common name | Species group |
|---|---|---|
| Agrostis capillaris | Flowering Plants | |
| Anthoxanthum odoratum | Flowering Plants | |
| Deschampsia flexuosa | Flowering Plants |
Other classifications
| Classification | Code | Habitat type name | Relationship type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Palaearctic Habitat Classification 200112 | 35.1222 | Icelandic Anthoxanthum-Hierochloe grasslands | source |
History
| Classification | Code | Habitat type name | Relationship type |
|---|---|---|---|
| EUNIS Habitat Classification 200410 | E1.7222 | Icelandic Anthoxanthum-Hierochloe grasslands | same |
| EUNIS Habitat Classification 200308 | E1.7222 | Icelandic Anthoxanthum-Hierochloe grasslands | same |
