Woodrush Caledonian forest
English name:
Woodrush Caledonian forest
Description (English)
Pinus sylvestris var. scotica forests with a ground cover rich in grass-like species, in particular Luzula pilosa, Anthoxanthum odoratum, Agrostis capillaris, Agrostis canina, Festuca ovina, together with Vaccinium spp. and bryophytes.
Source: EUNIS habitat classification
Quick facts
| EUNIS habitat type | code G3.414 |
|---|---|
| Bern Convention | Included in a Resolution 4 habitat type at a higher level (G3.41) |
Vegetation types
Relation to vegetation types (syntaxa)
Not availableSpecies mentioned in habitat description
Conifers
Pinus sylvestris var. scotica
Flowering Plants
Agrostis canina
Flowering Plants
Agrostis capillaris
Flowering Plants
Anthoxanthum odoratum
Flowering Plants
Festuca ovina
Flowering Plants
Luzula pilosa
| Species scientific name | English common name | Species group |
|---|---|---|
| Pinus sylvestris var. scotica | Conifers | |
| Agrostis canina | Flowering Plants | |
| Agrostis capillaris | Flowering Plants | |
| Anthoxanthum odoratum | Flowering Plants | |
| Festuca ovina | Flowering Plants | |
| Luzula pilosa | Flowering Plants |
Other classifications
| Classification | Code | Habitat type name | Relationship type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Palaearctic Habitat Classification 200112 | 42.514 | Woodrush Caledonian forest | source |
History
| Classification | Code | Habitat type name | Relationship type |
|---|---|---|---|
| EUNIS Habitat Classification 200410 | G3.414 | Woodrush Caledonian forest | same |
| EUNIS Habitat Classification 200308 | G3.414 | Woodrush Caledonian forest | same |
