Gorse-phlomis scrub
Common name:
Gorse-phlomis scrub
Habitat code:
F5.5563
Description:
Formation endemic to the base-rich volcanic rocks of the mountains of Cabo de Gata, dominated by the gorse [Ulex argenteus ssp. erinaceus], of extraordinarily limited range, accompanied by [Phlomis purpurea ssp. almeriensis], [Phlomis caballeroi] and numerous elements of thermo-Mediterranean brushes, [Asparagus] spp., [Pistacia lentiscus], [Quercus coccifera], [Chamaerops humilis].
| Important species scientific name | Corresponding species comments |
|---|---|
| Pistacia lentiscus Linnaeus, 1753 | Species mentioned in habitat definition as characterising |
| Ulex argenteus ssp. erinaceus (Welw. ex Webb) D.A.Webb | Subspecies mentioned in habitat definition as characterising |
| Quercus coccifera Linnaeus, 1753 | Species mentioned in habitat definition as characterising |
| Chamaerops humilis L. | Species mentioned in habitat definition as characterising |