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Families in this page(7)

ALISMATACEAE
Water-plantain
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ASTERACEAE
Daisy (Sunflower)
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CAMPANULACEAE
Bellflower
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JUNCAGINACEAE
Arrow-grass
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POSIDONIACEAE
Posidonia
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RUPPIACEAE
Ditchgrass
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ZANNICHELLIACEAE
Horned Pondweed
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ALISMATACEAE

Water-plantain Family

 Description text for this family is under progress and unavailable at the moment ...
Botanical Name Common Name Maltese Name Flowering Period Thumbnail Picture Profile Type
Alisma plantago-aquatica
L.

Water Plantain,
Greater Water Plantain,
Mad-dog Weed 		Biżbula Tal-Ilma May-Aug Alisma plantago-aquatica / Water Plantain Short Profile
with
9
images.
Main Synonym :
   No main synonyms for this taxon
INDIGENOUS (originating from the Maltese islands) Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Not listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Data soon to be updated...
Damasonium bourgaei
Cosson

Mediterranean Starfruit Plantain Damażonju Mar-May Damasonium bourgaei / Mediterranean Starfruit Plantain Short Profile
with
12
images.
Main Synonym :
   No main synonyms for this taxon
INDIGENOUS (originating from the Maltese islands) Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Data soon to be updated...




ASTERACEAE

Daisy (Sunflower) Family

 Description text for this family is under progress and unavailable at the moment ...
Botanical Name Common Name Maltese Name Flowering Period Thumbnail Picture Profile Type
Achillea collina
Becker

Mountain Yarrow No Name May-Aug Achillea collina / Mountain Yarrow Short Profile
with
0
images.
Main Synonym :
   Achillea millefolium var. collina
Cultivated for Agricultural or Horticultural purposes Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Not listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Data soon to be updated...
Achillea ligustica
Allioni

Ligurian Yarrow No Name May-Aug Achillea ligustica / Ligurian Yarrow Short Profile
with
0
images.
Main Synonym :
   No main synonyms for this taxon
CASUAL ALIEN (Introduced in our islands but not invasive, hence found casually) Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Not listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Data soon to be updated...
Aetheorrhiza bulbosa
(L.) Cassini

Bulbous Hawksbeard No Name Mar-Apr Aetheorrhiza bulbosa / Bulbous Hawksbeard Short Profile
with
8
images.
Main Synonym :
   Crepis bulbosa
INDIGENOUS (originating from the Maltese islands) Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Not listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: GEOPHYTE (Bulbous/Rhizomous plants)
Ambrosia maritima
L.

Sea Ragwood Mentna Jun-Nov Ambrosia maritima / Sea Ragwood Short Profile
with
5
images.
Main Synonym :
   No main synonyms for this taxon
INDIGENOUS (originating from the Maltese islands) This is a VERY RARE species. Never pick up or harm the plant! Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Although not yet protected by law, this species is very rare and should not be picked or harmed Not listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: THEROPHYTE (Annuals)
Anacyclus clavatus
(Desf.) Pers.

White Anacyclus No Name May-Aug Anacyclus clavatus / White Anacyclus Short Profile
with
5
images.
Main Synonym :
   Anacyclus tomentosus
INDIGENOUS (originating from the Maltese islands) This is a RARE species. Please do not pick up! Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Not listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Data soon to be updated...
Anthemis arvensis
L.

Corn Chamomille Bebuna Tar-raba' Mar-May Anthemis arvensis / Corn Chamomille Short Profile
with
7
images.
Main Synonym :
   No main synonyms for this taxon
INDIGENOUS (originating from the Maltese islands) Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Not listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: THEROPHYTE (Annuals)
Anthemis cotula
L.

Stinking Chamomille No Name Mar-Jun Anthemis cotula / Stinking Chamomille Short Profile
with
0
images.
Main Synonym :
   No main synonyms for this taxon
ALIEN (Introduced in our islands from foreign countries) Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Not listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Data soon to be updated...
Anthemis urvilleana
(DC.)Sommier & Caruana Gatto

Maltese Chamomille,
Maltese Sea Chamomille 		Bebuna Tal-baħar Mar-Jun Anthemis urvilleana / Maltese Chamomille Short Profile
with
9
images.
Main Synonym :
   Anthemis secundiramea subsp. urvilleana
ENDEMIC (found only on the Maltese islands) Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: THEROPHYTE (Annuals)
Argyranthemum frutescens
(L.)Ebb ex Schultz Bip.

Marguerite Daisy,
Paris Daisy 		No Name May-Aug Argyranthemum frutescens / Marguerite Daisy Short Profile
with
5
images.
Main Synonym :
   Chrysanthemum frutescens
Inconclusive status Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Not listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Data soon to be updated...
Artemisia arborescens
L.

Silver Wormwood No Name Jun-Sep Artemisia arborescens / Silver Wormwood Short Profile
with
8
images.
Main Synonym :
   No main synonyms for this taxon
ALIEN (Introduced in our islands from foreign countries) Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Not listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Data soon to be updated...
Aster squamatus
(Sprengel) Hieronymus

Narrow-leaved Aster,
Annual Saltmarsh Aster 		Settembrina Salvaġġa Sep-Nov Aster squamatus / Narrow-leaved Aster Detailed Profile
with
51
images.
Main Synonym :
   No main synonyms for this taxon
ALIEN (Introduced in our islands from foreign countries) Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands This plant has shown to have medicinal properties that have been scientifically tested in Malta Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Not listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Data soon to be updated...
Atractylis cancellata
L.

Common Atractylis,
Cage Thistle 		Xewk Tal-gaġġa Apr-May Atractylis cancellata / Common Atractylis Short Profile
with
0
images.
Main Synonym :
   No main synonyms for this taxon
INDIGENOUS (originating from the Maltese islands) This is a RARE species. Please do not pick up! Medicinal properties not proven scientifically PROTECTED by law (schedule VI of legal notice LN311/2006) and cannot be picked or harmed Listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Data soon to be updated...
Atractylis gummifera
L.

Stemless Atractylis,
Ground Thistle 		Xewk Tal-mixta Aug-Nov Atractylis gummifera / Stemless Atractylis Short Profile
with
8
images.
Main Synonym :
   Carlina gummifera
INDIGENOUS (originating from the Maltese islands) Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Not listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Data soon to be updated...
Bellis annua
L.

Annual Daisy Bebuna Nov-Mar Bellis annua / Annual Daisy Detailed Profile
with
36
images.
Main Synonym :
   No main synonyms for this taxon
INDIGENOUS (originating from the Maltese islands) Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Not listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Data soon to be updated...
Bellis sylvestris
Cyrillo

Southern Daisy Margerita Salvaġġa Nov-Mar Bellis sylvestris / Southern Daisy Detailed Profile
with
33
images.
Main Synonym :
   No main synonyms for this taxon
INDIGENOUS (originating from the Maltese islands) Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Not listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Data soon to be updated...
Calendula arvensis subsp arvensis
L.

Field Marigold Suffejra Tar-raba Nov-May Calendula arvensis subsp arvensis / Field Marigold Short Profile
with
7
images.
Main Synonym :
   No main synonyms for this taxon
INDIGENOUS (originating from the Maltese islands) Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands This plant has shown to have medicinal properties that have been scientifically tested in Malta Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Not listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: THEROPHYTE (Annuals)
Calendula arvensis subsp. arvensis var. bicolor
Persoon

No Name Suffejra Tar-raba Ta' żewgt Kuluri Nov-May Calendula arvensis subsp. arvensis var. bicolor / no name Short Profile
with
8
images.
Main Synonym :
   Calendula arvensis subsp. aegyptiaca
INDIGENOUS (originating from the Maltese islands) Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Not listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: THEROPHYTE (Annuals)
Calendula arvensis subsp. hydruntina
(Fiori)Lanza

No Name Suffejra Kbira Tar-raba Nov-May Calendula arvensis subsp. hydruntina / no name Short Profile
with
3
images.
Main Synonym :
   No main synonyms for this taxon
INDIGENOUS (originating from the Maltese islands) Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Not listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: THEROPHYTE (Annuals)
Calendula bicolor
Rafin.

No Name Suffejra Ta' żewgt Kuluri Dec-May Calendula bicolor / no name Short Profile
with
7
images.
Main Synonym :
   No main synonyms for this taxon
INDIGENOUS (originating from the Maltese islands) This is a RARE species. Please do not pick up! Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Not listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: THEROPHYTE (Annuals)
Calendula officinalis
L.

Pot Marigold,
English Marigold 		Suffejra Tal-ġonna Jan-Jun Calendula officinalis / Pot Marigold Short Profile
with
9
images.
Main Synonym :
   No main synonyms for this taxon
Cultivated for Agricultural or Horticultural purposes Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Not listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: THEROPHYTE (Annuals)
Calendula suffruticosa subsp. fulgida
(Rafinesque) Ohle

Woody Marigold,
Shrubby Marigold 		Suffejra Sep-Jun Calendula suffruticosa subsp. fulgida / Woody Marigold Short Profile
with
6
images.
Main Synonym :
   No main synonyms for this taxon
INDIGENOUS (originating from the Maltese islands) Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: CHAMEOPHYTE (Subshrubs)
Calendula suffruticosa subsp. fulgida var. Gussonei
(Lanza) Ohle

Woody Marigold (Gussone Variety) Suffejra Ta' Gussone Nov-May Calendula suffruticosa subsp. fulgida var. Gussonei / Woody Marigold (Gussone variety) Short Profile
with
0
images.
Main Synonym :
   No main synonyms for this taxon
Inconclusive status Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: CHAMEOPHYTE (Subshrubs)
Carduncellus coeruleus
(L.) DC.

Blue Thistle No Name May-Jun Carduncellus coeruleus / Blue Thistle Short Profile
with
8
images.
Main Synonym :
   Carthamus coeruleus
INDIGENOUS (originating from the Maltese islands) This is a RARE species. Please do not pick up! Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Data soon to be updated...
Carduus australis subsp. marmoratus
(Boissier & Heldreich) Kazmi

Arabian Thistle Ħorfox Mar-Jun Carduus australis subsp. marmoratus / Arabian Thistle Short Profile
with
7
images.
Main Synonym :
   Carduus arabicus subsp. marmoratus
INDIGENOUS (originating from the Maltese islands) Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Not listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: THEROPHYTE (Annuals)
Carduus pycnocephalus
L.

Plymouth Thistle,
Italian Thistle,
Slender Thistle 		Xewk Tal-fjura żgħira Mar-Jun Carduus pycnocephalus / Plymouth Thistle Short Profile
with
6
images.
Main Synonym :
   No main synonyms for this taxon
INDIGENOUS (originating from the Maltese islands) Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Not listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: THEROPHYTE (Annuals)
Carduus tenuiflorus
Curtis

Winged Plumeless Thistle,
Slender-flowered Thistle 		Xewk Tal-fjura żgħira Mar-Jun Carduus tenuiflorus / Winged Plumeless Thistle Short Profile
with
6
images.
Main Synonym :
   Carduus pycnocephalus var. tenuiflorus
INDIGENOUS (originating from the Maltese islands) Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Not listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: THEROPHYTE (Annuals)
Carlina involucrata
Poiret

African Carline Thistle Sajtun May-Aug Carlina involucrata / African Carline Thistle Short Profile
with
12
images.
Main Synonym :
   Carlina corymbosa subsp. involucrata
INDIGENOUS (originating from the Maltese islands) Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands This plant has shown to have medicinal properties that have been scientifically tested in Malta Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: HEMICRYPTOPHYTE (Creeping plants)
Carlina lanata
L.

Wooly Carline Thistle Sebqet 'l Ommha May-Jul Carlina lanata / Wooly Carline Thistle Short Profile
with
7
images.
Main Synonym :
   No main synonyms for this taxon
INDIGENOUS (originating from the Maltese islands) This is a VERY RARE species. Never pick up or harm the plant! Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Although not yet protected by law, this species is very rare and should not be picked or harmed Not listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Data soon to be updated...
Carthamus lanatus
L.

Woolly Carthamus,
Woolly Safflower,
Smooth Distaff Thistle 		Xewk Ta' Kristu,
Xewk Il-far 		May-Jul Carthamus lanatus / Woolly Carthamus Short Profile
with
7
images.
Main Synonym :
   No main synonyms for this taxon
INDIGENOUS (originating from the Maltese islands) Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Not listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Data soon to be updated...
Carthamus tinctorius
L.

Orange Carthamus Għosfor Jun-Aug Carthamus tinctorius / Orange Carthamus Short Profile
with
0
images.
Main Synonym :
   No main synonyms for this taxon
Cultivated for Agricultural or Horticultural purposes Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Not listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Data soon to be updated...
Catananche lutea
L.

Yellow Catananche Katananċe Mar-May Catananche lutea / Yellow Catananche Short Profile
with
6
images.
Main Synonym :
   No main synonyms for this taxon
INDIGENOUS (originating from the Maltese islands) Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Data soon to be updated...
Centaurea acaulis
L.

Stemless Star-Thistle,
Stemless Centaury 		Ċentawrija Tan-nuffara Apr-Jul Centaurea acaulis / Stemless Star-Thistle Short Profile
with
6
images.
Main Synonym :
   No main synonyms for this taxon
ALIEN (Introduced in our islands from foreign countries) Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Not listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Data soon to be updated...
Centaurea calcitrapa
L.

Red Star-Thistle,
Purple Star-Thistle 		No Name May-Jul Centaurea calcitrapa / Red Star-Thistle Short Profile
with
0
images.
Main Synonym :
   No main synonyms for this taxon
ALIEN (Introduced in our islands from foreign countries) Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Not listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Data soon to be updated...
Centaurea cyanus
L.

Cornflower,
Batchelor's Button 		No Name Apr-Jul Centaurea cyanus / Cornflower Short Profile
with
0
images.
Main Synonym :
   No main synonyms for this taxon
CASUAL ALIEN (Introduced in our islands but not invasive, hence found casually) Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Not listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Data soon to be updated...
Centaurea diluta
Aiton

North African Knapweed,
North African Star-Thistle 		No Name May-Jun Centaurea diluta / North African Knapweed Short Profile
with
8
images.
Main Synonym :
   No main synonyms for this taxon
ALIEN (Introduced in our islands from foreign countries) Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Not listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Data soon to be updated...
Centaurea jacea s.l.
L.

Brownray Knapweed,
Brown Knapweed 		No Name Jun-Sep Centaurea jacea s.l. / Brownray Knapweed Short Profile
with
0
images.
Main Synonym :
   No main synonyms for this taxon
CASUAL ALIEN (Introduced in our islands but not invasive, hence found casually) Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Not listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Data soon to be updated...
Centaurea melitensis
L.

Maltese Star-Thistle Xewk Ta' Malta Mar-Jul Centaurea melitensis / Maltese Star-Thistle Short Profile
with
0
images.
Main Synonym :
   No main synonyms for this taxon
INDIGENOUS (originating from the Maltese islands) This is a RARE species. Please do not pick up! Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: THEROPHYTE (Annuals)
Centaurea nicaeensis
Allioni

Mediterranean Star-Thistle,
Southern Star Thistle 		Xewk Tal-għotba Apr-Jul Centaurea nicaeensis / Mediterranean Star-Thistle Short Profile
with
17
images.
Main Synonym :
   No main synonyms for this taxon
INDIGENOUS (originating from the Maltese islands) Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Not listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: THEROPHYTE (Annuals)
Centaurea ragusina
L.

Croatian Centaury,
Dusty Miller,
Star Thistle 		No Name Summer Centaurea ragusina / Croatian Centaury Short Profile
with
5
images.
Main Synonym :
   Centaurea candidissima
Cultivated for Agricultural or Horticultural purposes Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Not listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Data soon to be updated...
Centaurea scabiosa
L.

Greater Knapweed No Name Jul-Aug Centaurea scabiosa / Greater Knapweed Short Profile
with
0
images.
Main Synonym :
   Colymbada scabiosa
ALIEN (Introduced in our islands from foreign countries) Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Not listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Data soon to be updated...
Cheirolophus crassifolius
(Bertoloni) Susanna

Maltese Rock-Centaury,
Malta Knapweed 		Widnet Il-Baħar May-Jul Cheirolophus crassifolius / Maltese Rock-Centaury Short Profile
with
10
images.
Main Synonym :
   Palaeocyanus crassifolius
ENDEMIC (found only on the Maltese islands) Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Data soon to be updated...
Chiliadenus bocconei
Brullo

Maltese Fleabane Tulliera Ta' Malta Aug-Oct Chiliadenus bocconei / Maltese Fleabane Detailed Profile
with
44
images.
Main Synonym :
   Jasonia glutinosa
ENDEMIC (found only on the Maltese islands) Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: CHAMEOPHYTE (Subshrubs)
Chondrilla juncea
L.

Common Chondrilla Tfief Tar-ramel,
Tfief Tal-Għadira 		Apr-Jun Chondrilla juncea / Common Chondrilla Short Profile
with
0
images.
Main Synonym :
   No main synonyms for this taxon
INDIGENOUS (originating from the Maltese islands) This is a VERY RARE species. Never pick up or harm the plant! Medicinal properties not proven scientifically PROTECTED by law (schedule VI of legal notice LN311/2006) and cannot be picked or harmed Listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Data soon to be updated...
Chrysanthemum zawadskii subsp. coreanum
(Nakai) Y.N.Lee

Korean Chrysanthemun No Name Dec-Feb Chrysanthemum zawadskii subsp. coreanum / Korean Chrysanthemun Short Profile
with
3
images.
Main Synonym :
   Chrysanthemum coreanum
Cultivated for Agricultural or Horticultural purposes Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Not listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Data soon to be updated...
Cichorium intybus
L.

Chicory Ċikwejra May-Oct Cichorium intybus / Chicory Short Profile
with
11
images.
Main Synonym :
   No main synonyms for this taxon
INDIGENOUS (originating from the Maltese islands) Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Not listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Data soon to be updated...
Cichorium spinosum
L.

Spiny Chicory Qanfuda May-Jul Cichorium spinosum / Spiny Chicory Short Profile
with
5
images.
Main Synonym :
   No main synonyms for this taxon
INDIGENOUS (originating from the Maltese islands) Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Not listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: CHAMEOPHYTE (Subshrubs)
Conyza albida
Willdenow

Fleabane No Name All Year Conyza albida / Fleabane Short Profile
with
5
images.
Main Synonym :
   Conyza sumatrensis
ALIEN (Introduced in our islands from foreign countries) Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Not listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Data soon to be updated...
Conyza bonariensis
(L.) Cronquist

Flax-Leaved Fleabane,
Hairy Fleabane,
Asthmaweed 		Żagħżigħa Selvaġġa All Year Conyza bonariensis / Flax-Leaved Fleabane Detailed Profile
with
40
images.
Main Synonym :
   No main synonyms for this taxon
ALIEN (Introduced in our islands from foreign countries) Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Not listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: THEROPHYTE (Annuals)
Crepis bursifolia
L.

Italian Hawksbeard No Name May-Sep Crepis bursifolia / Italian Hawksbeard Short Profile
with
9
images.
Main Synonym :
   Crepis ericafolia
ALIEN (Introduced in our islands from foreign countries) Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Not listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Data soon to be updated...
Crepis neglecta
L.

Hawksbeard No Name May-Oct Crepis neglecta / Hawksbeard Short Profile
with
5
images.
Main Synonym :
   Crepis cernua
ALIEN (Introduced in our islands from foreign countries) Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Not listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Data soon to be updated...
Crepis pusilla
(Sommier) Merxmüller

Maltese Hawksbeard,
Maltese Dwarf Hawksbeard 		Melitella Mar-May Crepis pusilla / Maltese Hawksbeard Short Profile
with
10
images.
Main Synonym :
   Melitella pusilla
INDIGENOUS (originating from the Maltese islands) This is a VERY RARE species. Never pick up or harm the plant! Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Although not yet protected by law, this species is very rare and should not be picked or harmed Listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Data soon to be updated...
Crupina crupinastrum
(Moris) Visiani

Southern Crupina No Name Mar-May Crupina crupinastrum / Southern Crupina Short Profile
with
10
images.
Main Synonym :
   Centaurea crupinastrum
INDIGENOUS (originating from the Maltese islands) Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Not listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Data soon to be updated...
Cynara cardunculus
L.

Wild Artichoke,
Cardoon 		Qaqoċċ Tax-xewk,
Qaqoċċ Selvaġġ 		Mar-Jun Cynara cardunculus / Wild Artichoke Short Profile
with
8
images.
Main Synonym :
   Cynara corsica
INDIGENOUS (originating from the Maltese islands) Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Not listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: HEMICRYPTOPHYTE (Creeping plants)
Cynara scolymus

Globe Artichoke Qaqoċċ Mar-Jun Cynara scolymus / Globe Artichoke Short Profile
with
6
images.
Main Synonym :
   Cynara cardunculus subsp. scolymus
ALIEN (Introduced in our islands from foreign countries) This is a RARE species. Please do not pick up! Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Not listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: HEMICRYPTOPHYTE (Creeping plants)
Cynara scolymus x cardunculus
L.

Globe Artichoke (x Hybrid) Qaqoċċ Mar-Jun Cynara scolymus x cardunculus / Globe Artichoke (x hybrid) Short Profile
with
5
images.
Main Synonym :
   No main synonyms for this taxon
ALIEN (Introduced in our islands from foreign countries) Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Not listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: HEMICRYPTOPHYTE (Creeping plants)
Dittrichia graveolens
(L.) Greuter

Lesser Samphire,
Stinking Fleabane,
Stinkwort 		Żagħżigħa Safra Sep-Oct Dittrichia graveolens / Lesser Samphire Short Profile
with
0
images.
Main Synonym :
   Cupularia graveolens
INDIGENOUS (originating from the Maltese islands) Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Not listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: THEROPHYTE (Annuals)
Dittrichia viscosa
(L.) Greuter

False Yellowhead,
Sticky Fleabane,
Aromatic Inula 		Tulliera Komuni Aug-Nov Dittrichia viscosa / False Yellowhead Detailed Profile
with
41
images.
Main Synonym :
   Cupularia viscosa
INDIGENOUS (originating from the Maltese islands) Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands This plant has shown to have medicinal properties that have been scientifically tested in Malta Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Not listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: CHAMEOPHYTE (Subshrubs)
Evax pygmaea
(L.) Brotero

Pygmy Cudweed,
Evax 		Evaks Mar-May Evax pygmaea / Pygmy Cudweed Short Profile
with
9
images.
Main Synonym :
   Filago pygmaea
INDIGENOUS (originating from the Maltese islands) Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Not listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: THEROPHYTE (Annuals)
Filago cossyrensis
Lojacono

No Name 0 Filago cossyrensis / no name Short Profile
with
0
images.
Main Synonym :
   No main synonyms for this taxon
Inconclusive status Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Not listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: THEROPHYTE (Annuals)
Filago pyramidata
L.

Broad-leaved Cudweed No Name Apr-May Filago pyramidata / Broad-leaved Cudweed Short Profile
with
7
images.
Main Synonym :
   Filago vulgaris subsp. pyramidata
INDIGENOUS (originating from the Maltese islands) Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Not listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: THEROPHYTE (Annuals)
Galactites tomentosa
Moench

Mediterranean Thistle,
Boar Thistle 		Xewk Abjad Mar-Jun Galactites tomentosa / Mediterranean Thistle Short Profile
with
7
images.
Main Synonym :
   Lupsia galactites
INDIGENOUS (originating from the Maltese islands) Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands This plant has shown to have medicinal properties that have been scientifically tested in Malta Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Not listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: THEROPHYTE (Annuals)
Glebionis carinata
(Schousb.) Tzvelev

Three-coloured Chrysanthemum,
Tricolor Chrysanthemum,
Tricolor Daisy 		Lellux Ta' Tlett Kuluri Jan-May Glebionis carinata / Three-coloured Chrysanthemum Short Profile
with
3
images.
Main Synonym :
   Chrysanthemum carinatum
Cultivated for Agricultural or Horticultural purposes Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Not listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Data soon to be updated...
Glebionis coronaria
(L.) Cass. Ex Spach.

Crown Daisy,
Garland 		Lellux Jan-Jun Glebionis coronaria / Crown Daisy Detailed Profile
with
31
images.
Main Synonym :
   Chrysanthemum coronarium
INDIGENOUS (originating from the Maltese islands) Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands This plant has shown to have medicinal properties that have been scientifically tested in Malta Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Not listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: THEROPHYTE (Annuals)
Glebionis segetum
L.

Corn Daisy,
Corn Marigold 		Lellux Tar-raba',
Żigland 		Feb-May Glebionis segetum / Corn Daisy Short Profile
with
13
images.
Main Synonym :
   Chrysanthemum segetum
INDIGENOUS (originating from the Maltese islands) Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: THEROPHYTE (Annuals)
Hedypnois cretica
(L.) Willdenow

Variable Hyoseris No Name Mar-May Hedypnois cretica / Variable Hyoseris Short Profile
with
6
images.
Main Synonym :
   Hedypnois rhagadioloides subsp. cretica
INDIGENOUS (originating from the Maltese islands) Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Not listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: THEROPHYTE (Annuals)
Hedypnois rhagadioloides
(L.) F.W. Schmidt

Variable Hyoseris No Name Mar-May Hedypnois rhagadioloides / Variable Hyoseris Short Profile
with
9
images.
Main Synonym :
   No main synonyms for this taxon
INDIGENOUS (originating from the Maltese islands) Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Not listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: THEROPHYTE (Annuals)
Helianthus annuus
L.

Sunflower,
Common Sunflower 		Warda Tax-xemx Jul-Oct Helianthus annuus / Sunflower Short Profile
with
8
images.
Main Synonym :
   Helianthus lenticularis
ALIEN (Introduced in our islands from foreign countries) Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Not listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Data soon to be updated...
Helianthus tuberosus
L.

Jerusalem Artichoke Artiċokk Jul-Oct Helianthus tuberosus / Jerusalem Artichoke Short Profile
with
2
images.
Main Synonym :
   No main synonyms for this taxon
ALIEN (Introduced in our islands from foreign countries) Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Not listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Data soon to be updated...
Helichrysum melitense
Brullo Lanfranco Pavone & Ronsisvalle

Maltese Helichrysium,
Maltese Everlasting 		Sempreviva Ta' Għawdex Mar-Jun Helichrysum melitense / Maltese Helichrysium Short Profile
with
21
images.
Main Synonym :
   No main synonyms for this taxon
ENDEMIC (found only on the Maltese islands) This is a RARE species. Please do not pick up! Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Data soon to be updated...
Hyoseris frutescens
Brullo & Pavone

Maltese Hyoseris,
Gozo Hyoseris 		Żigland Ta' Għawdex Mar-May Hyoseris frutescens / Maltese Hyoseris Short Profile
with
12
images.
Main Synonym :
   No main synonyms for this taxon
ENDEMIC (found only on the Maltese islands) Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Data soon to be updated...
Hyoseris radiata
L.

Perennial Hyoseris Żigland Tal-pizzi Mar-May Hyoseris radiata / Perennial Hyoseris Short Profile
with
4
images.
Main Synonym :
   No main synonyms for this taxon
INDIGENOUS (originating from the Maltese islands) Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Not listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: HEMICRYPTOPHYTE (Creeping plants)
Hyoseris scabra
L.

Annual Hyoseris Żigland Mar-May Hyoseris scabra / Annual Hyoseris Short Profile
with
5
images.
Main Synonym :
   No main synonyms for this taxon
INDIGENOUS (originating from the Maltese islands) Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Not listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: THEROPHYTE (Annuals)
Hypochoeris achyrophorus
L.

Mediterranean Catsear Żigland żgħir Apr-May Hypochoeris achyrophorus / Mediterranean Catsear Short Profile
with
21
images.
Main Synonym :
   Hedypnois aetnensis
INDIGENOUS (originating from the Maltese islands) Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Not listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: THEROPHYTE (Annuals)
Inula crithmoides
L.

Golden Samphire Xorbett Jul-Oct Inula crithmoides / Golden Samphire Detailed Profile
with
40
images.
Main Synonym :
   Senecio crithmoides
INDIGENOUS (originating from the Maltese islands) Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands This plant has shown to have medicinal properties that have been scientifically tested in Malta Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Not listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: CHAMEOPHYTE (Subshrubs)
Lactuca saligna
L.

Least Lettuce,
Willow Lettuce,
Willowleaf Lettuce 		No Name Jul-Oct Lactuca saligna / Least Lettuce Short Profile
with
0
images.
Main Synonym :
   Lactuca virgata
INDIGENOUS (originating from the Maltese islands) This is a VERY RARE species. Never pick up or harm the plant! Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Although not yet protected by law, this species is very rare and should not be picked or harmed Not listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Data soon to be updated...
Lactuca sativa
L.

Lettuce,
Garden Lettuce 		Ħass Jul-Oct Lactuca sativa / Lettuce Short Profile
with
5
images.
Main Synonym :
   Lactuca capitata
Cultivated for Agricultural or Horticultural purposes Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Not listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Data soon to be updated...
Lactuca serriola
L.

Prickly Lettuce Ħass Salvaġġ Tal-Pizzi May-Aug Lactuca serriola / Prickly Lettuce Detailed Profile
with
37
images.
Main Synonym :
   Lactuca scariola
INDIGENOUS (originating from the Maltese islands) Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Not listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Data soon to be updated...
Lactuca virosa
L.

Great Lettuce,
Wild Lettuce 		Ħass Selvaġġ May-Aug Lactuca virosa / Great Lettuce Short Profile
with
5
images.
Main Synonym :
   Lactuca patersonii
Inconclusive status Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Not listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Data soon to be updated...
Leontodon tuberosus
L.

Tuberous Hawkbit Żigland Tal-għerq Sep-Mar Leontodon tuberosus / Tuberous Hawkbit Short Profile
with
11
images.
Main Synonym :
   No main synonyms for this taxon
INDIGENOUS (originating from the Maltese islands) Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands This plant has shown to have medicinal properties that have been scientifically tested in Malta Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Not listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: HEMICRYPTOPHYTE (Creeping plants)
Leucanthemum vulgare
Lamarck

Oxe-eye Daisy No Name Jun-Aug Leucanthemum vulgare / Oxe-eye Daisy Short Profile
with
0
images.
Main Synonym :
   Chrysanthemum leucanthemum
Cultivated for Agricultural or Horticultural purposes Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Not listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Data soon to be updated...
Matricaria aurea
(L.) Schultz Bip.

Golden Mayweed,
Golden Chamomille 		Kamumilla Nana,
Kamumella Nana 		Mar-May Matricaria aurea / Golden Mayweed Short Profile
with
9
images.
Main Synonym :
   Chamomilla aurea
INDIGENOUS (originating from the Maltese islands) This species is believed to have become extinct from our islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically PROTECTED by law (schedule III of legal notice LN311/2006) and cannot be picked or harmed Listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Data soon to be updated...
Matricaria chamomilla
L.

Scented Mayweed,
Chamomille 		Kamumilla Mar-May Matricaria chamomilla / Scented Mayweed Short Profile
with
9
images.
Main Synonym :
   Chamomilla recutita
ALIEN (Introduced in our islands from foreign countries) Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands This plant has shown to have medicinal properties that have been scientifically tested in Malta Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Not listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Data soon to be updated...
Nauplius aquaticus
(L.) Cassini

Golden Star,
Seaside Ox-eye Daisy 		Għajn Il-baqra Tax-xatt Apr-Jun Nauplius aquaticus / Golden Star Short Profile
with
5
images.
Main Synonym :
   Asteriscus aquaticus
INDIGENOUS (originating from the Maltese islands) Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Not listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Data soon to be updated...
Notobasis syriaca
(L.) Cassini

Horse Thistle,
Syrian Thistle 		Xewk Tax-xitan Jan-May Notobasis syriaca / Horse Thistle Short Profile
with
6
images.
Main Synonym :
   Cirsium syriacum
INDIGENOUS (originating from the Maltese islands) Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Not listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Data soon to be updated...
Onopordum argolicum
Boissier

Argolian Cotton Thistle Xewk Ta' Għawdex Mar-Jun Onopordum argolicum / Argolian Cotton Thistle Short Profile
with
0
images.
Main Synonym :
   Onopordum sibthorpianum
INDIGENOUS (originating from the Maltese islands) This is a RARE species. Please do not pick up! Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: HEMICRYPTOPHYTE (Creeping plants)
Osteospermum jucundum
(E.Phillips) Norl.

African Daisy,
Cape-Town Daisy 		No Name Feb-Jun Osteospermum jucundum / African Daisy Short Profile
with
7
images.
Main Synonym :
   Dimorphotheca jucundum
Cultivated for Agricultural or Horticultural purposes Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Not listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Data soon to be updated...
Pallenis spinosa
(L.) Cassini

Spiny Golden Star Għajn Il-baqra Xewwikija Apr-Jun Pallenis spinosa / Spiny Golden Star Short Profile
with
8
images.
Main Synonym :
   Asteriscus spinosus
INDIGENOUS (originating from the Maltese islands) Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Not listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: HEMICRYPTOPHYTE (Creeping plants)
Phagnalon graecum subsp. ginzbergeri
Pignatti

Eastern Phagnalon Lixka Komuni Mar-May Phagnalon graecum subsp. ginzbergeri / Eastern Phagnalon Short Profile
with
6
images.
Main Synonym :
   Phagnalon rupestre subsp. graecum
INDIGENOUS (originating from the Maltese islands) Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: CHAMEOPHYTE (Subshrubs)
Phagnalon rupestre
(L.) DC.

Rock Phagnalon Lixka Tal-blat Mar-May Phagnalon rupestre / Rock Phagnalon Short Profile
with
9
images.
Main Synonym :
   Phagnalon spathulatum
INDIGENOUS (originating from the Maltese islands) Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Not listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: CHAMEOPHYTE (Subshrubs)
Picris echioides
(L.) Holub

Bristly Oxtongue No Name Mar-Aug Picris echioides / Bristly Oxtongue Short Profile
with
6
images.
Main Synonym :
   Helminthotheca echioides
INDIGENOUS (originating from the Maltese islands) Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Not listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: THEROPHYTE (Annuals)
Picris hieracioides subsp. spinulosa
(Bertoloni) Thellung

Hawkweed Oxtongue No Name May-Jul Picris hieracioides subsp. spinulosa / Hawkweed Oxtongue Short Profile
with
0
images.
Main Synonym :
   Picris kelleriana
DOUBTFUL ? (It is not yet established if this species is Native or not) Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Not listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Data soon to be updated...
Pulicaria dysenterica
(L.) Bernhardt

Common Fleabane No Name Jun-Oct Pulicaria dysenterica / Common Fleabane Short Profile
with
0
images.
Main Synonym :
   Inula dysenterica
INDIGENOUS (originating from the Maltese islands) This is a RARE species. Please do not pick up! Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Data soon to be updated...
Reichardia intermedia
(Schultz Bip.) Coutinho

Mediterranean Reichardia No Name All Year Reichardia intermedia / Mediterranean Reichardia Short Profile
with
6
images.
Main Synonym :
   Picridium intermedium
INDIGENOUS (originating from the Maltese islands) Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Not listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: CHAMEOPHYTE (Subshrubs)
Reichardia picroides
(L.) Roth

Common Reichardia,
Common Brighteyes,
Common Picridium 		Kanċlita,
Qanċlita 		All Year Reichardia picroides / Common Reichardia Short Profile
with
15
images.
Main Synonym :
   Picridium vulgare
INDIGENOUS (originating from the Maltese islands) Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands This plant has shown to have medicinal properties that have been scientifically tested in Malta Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Not listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: CHAMEOPHYTE (Subshrubs)
Rhagadiolus stellatus
(L.) Willdenow

Star Hyoseris,
Star Hawkbit,
Stellate Hawkbit 		No Name Mar-May Rhagadiolus stellatus / Star Hyoseris Short Profile
with
0
images.
Main Synonym :
   Rhagadiolus edulis
INDIGENOUS (originating from the Maltese islands) Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Data soon to be updated...
Santolina chamaecyparissus
L.

Lavender Cotton,
Holy Herb,
Ground Cypress 		No Name May-Sep Santolina chamaecyparissus / Lavender Cotton Short Profile
with
3
images.
Main Synonym :
   Santonlina incana
Cultivated for Agricultural or Horticultural purposes Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Not listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Data soon to be updated...
Scolymus grandiflorus
Desfontaines

Large-flowered Golden Thistle Xewk Isfar Kbir May-Oct Scolymus grandiflorus / Large-flowered Golden Thistle Short Profile
with
0
images.
Main Synonym :
   Scolymus hispanicus subsp. grandiflorus
INDIGENOUS (originating from the Maltese islands) This is a RARE species. Please do not pick up! Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: HEMICRYPTOPHYTE (Creeping plants)
Scolymus hispanicus
L.

Common Golden Thistle,
Spanish Golden Thistle,
Spanish Oyster Plant 		Xewk Isfar Apr-Jul Scolymus hispanicus / Common Golden Thistle Short Profile
with
8
images.
Main Synonym :
   No main synonyms for this taxon
INDIGENOUS (originating from the Maltese islands) Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Not listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: HEMICRYPTOPHYTE (Creeping plants)
Scolymus maculatus
L.

Spotted Golden Thistle,
Spotted Golden Thistle,
Spotted Oyster Plant 		Xewk Isfar Tar-riga Bajda Jun-Aug Scolymus maculatus / Spotted Golden Thistle Short Profile
with
12
images.
Main Synonym :
   Scolymus paniculatus
INDIGENOUS (originating from the Maltese islands) Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Not listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: THEROPHYTE (Annuals)
Scorzonera laciniata
(L.)DC.

Divided-leaved Viper's Grass No Name Mar-Apr Scorzonera laciniata / Divided-leaved Viper's Grass Short Profile
with
7
images.
Main Synonym :
   Podospermum laciniatum
DOUBTFUL ? (It is not yet established if this species is Native or not) Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Not listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Data soon to be updated...
Senecio angulatus
L. fil.

Creeping Groundsel,
Climbing Groundsel,
Cape Ivy 		No Name May-Aug Senecio angulatus / Creeping Groundsel Short Profile
with
7
images.
Main Synonym :
   Senecio tamoides
Cultivated for Agricultural or Horticultural purposes Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Not listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Data soon to be updated...
Senecio bicolor
(Willdenow) Todaro

Silver Ragwort Kromb Il-baħar Isfar Mar-Jul Senecio bicolor / Silver Ragwort Short Profile
with
12
images.
Main Synonym :
   No main synonyms for this taxon
INDIGENOUS (originating from the Maltese islands) Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Not listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: CHAMEOPHYTE (Subshrubs)
Senecio leucanthemifolius
Poir.

Coastal Ragwort Kromb Tax-Xatt Dec-Apr Senecio leucanthemifolius / Coastal Ragwort Detailed Profile
with
31
images.
Main Synonym :
   No main synonyms for this taxon
INDIGENOUS (originating from the Maltese islands) Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: THEROPHYTE (Annuals)
Senecio pygmaeus
DC.

Pygmy Ragwort,
Pygmy Groundsel 		Kubrita Nana Feb-May Senecio pygmaeus / Pygmy Ragwort Short Profile
with
14
images.
Main Synonym :
   Senecio leucanthemifolius var. pygmaeus
SUB-ENDEMIC (found only on the Maltese islands and neighbouring islands or territories) This is a RARE species. Please do not pick up! Medicinal properties not proven scientifically PROTECTED by law (schedule VI of legal notice LN311/2006) and cannot be picked or harmed Listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: THEROPHYTE (Annuals)
Senecio vulgaris
L.

Groundsel,
Common Groundsel 		Kubrita,
Ħaxixa Tal-Kanali 		Jan-Apr Senecio vulgaris / Groundsel Detailed Profile
with
28
images.
Main Synonym :
   No main synonyms for this taxon
INDIGENOUS (originating from the Maltese islands) Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Not listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: THEROPHYTE (Annuals)
Silybum marianum
(L.) Gaertner

Milk Thistle,
Blessed Milk Thistle 		Xewk Tal-Madonna,
Xewk Bagħli 		Apr-Jul Silybum marianum / Milk Thistle Short Profile
with
12
images.
Main Synonym :
   Silybum eburneum
INDIGENOUS (originating from the Maltese islands) Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands This plant has shown to have medicinal properties that have been scientifically tested in Malta Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Not listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Data soon to be updated...
Sonchus asper
(L.) Hill

Prickly Sow Thistle,
Spiny Sow Thistle,
Spiny-leaved Sow Thistle 		Tfief ċar All Year Sonchus asper / Prickly Sow Thistle Short Profile
with
16
images.
Main Synonym :
   Sonchus oleraceus var. asper
INDIGENOUS (originating from the Maltese islands) Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Not listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: THEROPHYTE (Annuals)
Sonchus oleraceus
L.

Smooth Sow Thistle,
Annual Sow Thistle,
Common Sow Thistle 		Tfiefa Komuni Dec-May Sonchus oleraceus / Smooth Sow Thistle Detailed Profile
with
48
images.
Main Synonym :
   No main synonyms for this taxon
INDIGENOUS (originating from the Maltese islands) Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands This plant has shown to have medicinal properties that have been scientifically tested in Malta Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Not listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: THEROPHYTE (Annuals)
Sonchus tenerrimus
L.

Mediterranean Sow Thistle,
Slender Sow Thistle 		Tfief Fin Jan-May Sonchus tenerrimus / Mediterranean Sow Thistle Short Profile
with
6
images.
Main Synonym :
   No main synonyms for this taxon
INDIGENOUS (originating from the Maltese islands) Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Not listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: THEROPHYTE (Annuals)
Tragopogon hybridus
(L.) Schultz Bip.

Hairless Goatsbeard,
Smooth Goatsbeard,
Slender Salsify 		Leħjet Il-bodbod Apr-May Tragopogon hybridus / Hairless Goatsbeard Short Profile
with
7
images.
Main Synonym :
   Geropogon hybridus
INDIGENOUS (originating from the Maltese islands) Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Not listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Data soon to be updated...
Urospermum picroides
(L.) F.W. Schmidt

Prickly Golden Fleece,
Sheep's Beard,
Prickly Urospermum 		Tfief Xewwieki Jan-Jun Urospermum picroides / Prickly Golden Fleece Short Profile
with
9
images.
Main Synonym :
   Tragopogon picroides
INDIGENOUS (originating from the Maltese islands) Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Not listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: THEROPHYTE (Annuals)
Xanthium spinosum
L.

Spiny Cocklebur No Name Jun-Aug Xanthium spinosum / Spiny Cocklebur Short Profile
with
6
images.
Main Synonym :
   Acanthoxanthium spinosum
CASUAL ALIEN (Introduced in our islands but not invasive, hence found casually) Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Not listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Data soon to be updated...
Xanthium strumarium
L.

Rough Cocklebur Ħobbejża Falza Jul-Oct Xanthium strumarium / Rough Cocklebur Detailed Profile
with
42
images.
Main Synonym :
   No main synonyms for this taxon
ALIEN (Introduced in our islands from foreign countries) Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Not listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Data soon to be updated...




CAMPANULACEAE

Bellflower Family

 Description text for this family is under progress and unavailable at the moment ...
Botanical Name Common Name Maltese Name Flowering Period Thumbnail Picture Profile Type
Campanula erinus
L.

Small Bellflower Kampanula Mar-May Campanula erinus / Small Bellflower Short Profile
with
9
images.
Main Synonym :
   No main synonyms for this taxon
INDIGENOUS (originating from the Maltese islands) Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Not listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: THEROPHYTE (Annuals)




JUNCAGINACEAE

Arrow-grass Family

 Description text for this family is under progress and unavailable at the moment ...
Botanical Name Common Name Maltese Name Flowering Period Thumbnail Picture Profile Type
Triglochin bulbosa subsp. barrelieri
(Loisel) Rouy

Bulbous Arrowgrass Ħaxixa Tal-baħar Mar-Apr Triglochin bulbosa subsp. barrelieri / Bulbous Arrowgrass Short Profile
with
0
images.
Main Synonym :
   No main synonyms for this taxon
INDIGENOUS (originating from the Maltese islands) Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Data soon to be updated...
Triglochin bulbosa subsp. laxiflora
Gussone

Lesser Arrowgrass No Name Sep-Nov Triglochin bulbosa subsp. laxiflora / Lesser Arrowgrass Detailed Profile
with
33
images.
Main Synonym :
   No main synonyms for this taxon
INDIGENOUS (originating from the Maltese islands) Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (w.r.t. LN311/2006) Listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Data soon to be updated...




POSIDONIACEAE

Posidonia Family

 Description text for this family is under progress and unavailable at the moment ...
Botanical Name Common Name Maltese Name Flowering Period Thumbnail Picture Profile Type
Posidonia oceanica
(L.) Delile

Posidonia,
Neptune Grass 		Alka,
Posidonja 		May-Jun Posidonia oceanica / Posidonia Short Profile
with
4
images.
Main Synonym :
   No main synonyms for this taxon
INDIGENOUS (originating from the Maltese islands) Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically PROTECTED by law (schedule III of legal notice LN311/2006) and cannot be picked or harmed Not listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Data soon to be updated...




RUPPIACEAE

Ditchgrass Family

 Description text for this family is under progress and unavailable at the moment ...
Botanical Name Common Name Maltese Name Flowering Period Thumbnail Picture Profile Type
Ruppia maritima
L.

Beaked Tassel Pondweed,
Widgeon-grass 		Ruppja Tas-Salini Jan-Dec Ruppia maritima / Beaked Tassel Pondweed Short Profile
with
5
images.
Main Synonym :
   Ruppia brachypus
DOUBTFUL ? (It is not yet established if this species is Native or not) This is a RARE species. Please do not pick up! Medicinal properties not proven scientifically PROTECTED by law (schedule VI of legal notice LN311/2006) and cannot be picked or harmed Listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Data soon to be updated...




ZANNICHELLIACEAE

Horned Pondweed Family

 Description text for this family is under progress and unavailable at the moment ...
Botanical Name Common Name Maltese Name Flowering Period Thumbnail Picture Profile Type
Zannichellia melitensis
Brullo. Giusso del Galdo & Lanfranco

Maltese Horned Pondweed Ħarira Tal-ilma Ta' Malta,
Ħarira Tal-ilma 		Dec-Mar Zannichellia melitensis / Maltese Horned Pondweed Short Profile
with
11
images.
Main Synonym :
   No main synonyms for this taxon
ENDEMIC (found only on the Maltese islands) Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically PROTECTED by law (schedule III and VI of legal notice LN311/2006) and cannot be picked or harmed Listed in the flora section of the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: HYDROPHYTE (Living in/on water)





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