Shingle and gravel beach woodland
Common name:
Shingle and gravel beach woodland
Habitat code:
B2.6
Description:
Coastal gravel banks, colonised by woodland or riparian thickets, in particular, Mediterranean gravel banks colonized by [Quercus ilex] low woods, by [Tamarix africana] or [Vitex agnus-castus].
References:
Hill, M.O., Moss, D. & Davies, C.E., 2004
| Important species scientific name | Corresponding species comments |
|---|---|
| Quercus ilex Linnaeus, 1753 | Species mentioned in habitat definition as characterising |
| Tamarix africana Poir. | Species mentioned in habitat definition as characterising |
| Vitex agnus-castus Linnaeus, 1753 | Species mentioned in habitat definition as characterising |