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Index of Plant Families (7 families in this page)

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
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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 (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Not listed the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: HYDROPHYTE (Living in/on water)
Damasonium bourgaei
Cosson

Mediterranean Starfruit Plantain Damażonju Mar-May Damasonium bourgaei / Mediterranean Starfruit Plantain Short Profile
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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 (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Listed in the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: HYDROPHYTE (Living in/on water)




ASTERACEAE

Daisy (Sunflower) Family

 The Asteraceae are herbs, shrubs, or less commonly trees and are arguably the largest family of flowering plants, comprising about 1,100 genera and 20,000 species that are characterised by having the flowers reduced and organised into an involucrate pseudanthium (false calyx) in the form of a head or capitulum. The leaves are alternate, opposite, or less commonly whorled, and range from simple to pinnately or palmately compound; stipules are absent. Subtending and often partly enclosing the florets of the head is one or more series of usually green, free or variously connate bracts called involucral bracts or phyllaries. The flowers are of two basic types: those with tubular actinomorphic corollas and those with strap-shaped or radiate zygomorphic corollas, often within the same head. Either type may be bisexual or unisexual. Where both types are found in a single head, the central flowers have tiny, tubular, usually 4-5- lobed corollas (referred to as disk-florets), and generally are bisexual, and the peripheral flowers have strap-shaped corollas generally with 3 distal teeth, and are usually female. Sometimes the heads lack ray flowers and are said to be discoid, consisting of only bisexual florets with tubular corollas. So-called disciform heads have bisexual central disk flowers surrounded by female flowers that have a very slender tube and an extremely suppressed or obsolete ligule (thin and scarious projection from the upper end of the sheath of the leaf). Ligulate heads consist only of bisexual florets with disk-florets of the ligulate or strap-shaped type but with generally 5 rather than 3 distal teeth. In all cases the calyx is absent or so highly modified as hairs, bristles or scales on the ovary summit that it is given the alternative name of pappus. The corolla is sympetalous with mostly 3-5 lobes. The androecium nearly always consists of 4 or 5 stamens that are united by their anthers and are fused to the corolla tube or epigynous zone, alternate with the lobes. The gynoecium consists of a single compound pistil of 2 carpels, a single 2-cleft style, and an inferior ovary with one locule and one basal ovule. During maturation of a flower, the style grows through the anther column, and as it does, hairs on the outer surface of the closed style lobes brush the pollen that is released into the anther column to the distal opening where it is available for biotic pollinators. A nectary in the form of a scale or small cup is commonly found alongside or around the base of the style. The fruit is an achene which may have a persistent pappus that commonly functions in fruit dispersal by wind.
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
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Main Synonym :
   Achillea millefolium var. collina
Cultivated for agricultural or horticultural purposes but can be found in the wild as an escape Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Not listed the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: HEMICRYPTOPHYTE (Creeping plants)
Achillea ligustica
Allioni

Ligurian Yarrow No Name May-Aug Achillea ligustica / Ligurian Yarrow Short Profile
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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 (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Not listed the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: HEMICRYPTOPHYTE (Creeping plants)
Aetheorrhiza bulbosa
(L.) Cassini

Bulbous Hawksbeard No Name Mar-Apr Aetheorrhiza bulbosa / Bulbous Hawksbeard Short Profile
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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 (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Not listed 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
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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 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
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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 (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Not listed the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: THEROPHYTE (Annuals)
Anacyclus radiatus
Loiseleur

Yellow Anacyclus No Name Apr-Jun Anacyclus radiatus / Yellow Anacyclus Short Profile
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images.
Main Synonym :
   No main synonyms for this taxon
INDIGENOUS (originating from the Maltese islands) This species is believed to have become extinct from our islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Not listed the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: THEROPHYTE (Annuals)
Andryala integrifolia
L.

Common Andryala No Name May-Aug Andryala integrifolia / Common Andryala Short Profile
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images.
Main Synonym :
   No main synonyms for this taxon
ALIEN (Introduced in our islands from foreign countries) This species is believed to have become extinct from our islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Not listed the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: THEROPHYTE (Annuals)
Anthemis arvensis
L.

Corn Chamomille Bebuna Tar-raba' Mar-May Anthemis arvensis / Corn Chamomille Short Profile
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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 (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Not listed 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
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images.
Main Synonym :
   No main synonyms for this taxon
ALIEN (Introduced in our islands from foreign countries) 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 the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: THEROPHYTE (Annuals)
Anthemis praecox
Link

Dark Chamomille No Name Mar-Jun Anthemis praecox / Dark Chamomille -
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images.
Main Synonym :
   Chamaemelum fuscatum
DOUBTFUL ? (It is not yet established if this species is Native or not) This species is believed to have become extinct from our islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Not listed the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: THEROPHYTE (Annuals)
Anthemis urvilleana
(DC.)Sommier & Caruana Gatto

Maltese Sea Chamomille,
Maltese Chamomille 		Bebuna Tal-Baħar Feb-May Anthemis urvilleana / Maltese Sea Chamomille -
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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 (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Listed in 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 -
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images.
Main Synonym :
   Chrysanthemum frutescens
Cultivated for agricultural or horticultural purposes but can be found in the wild as an escape Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Not listed the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: CHAMEOPHYTE (Subshrubs)
Artemisia absinthium
L.

Wormwood,
Absinthe Wormwood,
Grand Wormwood 		Assenzju Jun-Sep Artemisia absinthium / Wormwood Short Profile
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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 (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Not listed the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: CHAMEOPHYTE (Subshrubs)
Artemisia arborescens
L.

Silver Wormwood No Name Jun-Sep Artemisia arborescens / Silver Wormwood -
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images.
Main Synonym :
   No main synonyms for this taxon
ALIEN (Introduced in our islands from foreign countries) 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 the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: NanoPHANEROPHYTE (Small trees / Large shrubs)
Aster squamatus
(Sprengel) Hieronymus

Narrow-leaved Aster,
Annual Saltmarsh Aster 		Settembrina Salvaġġa Sep-Nov Aster squamatus / Narrow-leaved Aster -
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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 (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Not listed the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: THEROPHYTE (Annuals)
Atractylis cancellata
L.

Cage Thistle Xewk Tal-gaġġa Apr-May Atractylis cancellata / Cage Thistle Detailed Profile
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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 National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: THEROPHYTE (Annuals)
Atractylis gummifera
L.

Stemless Atractylis,
Ground Thistle 		Xewk Tal-mixta Aug-Nov Atractylis gummifera / Stemless Atractylis Short Profile
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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 (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Not listed the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: HEMICRYPTOPHYTE (Creeping plants)
Bellis annua
L.

Annual Daisy Bebuna Nov-Mar Bellis annua / Annual Daisy Short Profile
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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 (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Not listed the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: THEROPHYTE (Annuals)
Bellis sylvestris
Cyrillo

Southern Daisy Margerita Salvaġġa Nov-Mar Bellis sylvestris / Southern Daisy -
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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 (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Not listed the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: HEMICRYPTOPHYTE (Creeping plants)
Calendula arvensis subsp arvensis
L.

Field Marigold Suffejra Tar-raba' Nov-May Calendula arvensis subsp arvensis / Field Marigold Detailed Profile
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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 (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Not listed 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' Giex Kuluri Nov-May Calendula arvensis subsp. arvensis var. bicolor / no name Short Profile
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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 (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Not listed 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
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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 (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Not listed the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: THEROPHYTE (Annuals)
Calendula bicolor
Rafin.

No Name Suffejra Ta' Giex Kuluri Dec-May Calendula bicolor / no name Short Profile
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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 (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Not listed the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: THEROPHYTE (Annuals)
Calendula maritima
Gussone

Sea Marigold Suffejra Tal-Baħar May-Jun Calendula maritima / Sea Marigold Short Profile
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images.
Main Synonym :
   No main synonyms for this taxon
SUB-ENDEMIC (found only on the Maltese islands and neighbouring islands or territories) This species is believed to have become extinct from our islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Not listed the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: CHAMEOPHYTE (Subshrubs)
Calendula officinalis
L.

Pot Marigold,
English Marigold 		Suffejra Tal-ġonna Jan-Jun Calendula officinalis / Pot Marigold Short Profile
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images.
Main Synonym :
   No main synonyms for this taxon
Cultivated for agricultural or horticultural purposes but can be found in the wild as an escape Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Not listed the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: THEROPHYTE (Annuals)
Calendula sicula
Gussone

Sicilian Marigold Suffejra Ta' Malta Nov-May Calendula sicula / Sicilian Marigold Short Profile
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images.
Main Synonym :
   Calendula suffruticosa subsp. fulgida var. gussonei
SUB-ENDEMIC (found only on the Maltese islands and neighbouring islands or territories) Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Listed in 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
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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 (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Listed in the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: HEMICRYPTOPHYTE (Creeping plants)
Carduus australis subsp. marmoratus
(Boissier & Heldreich) Kazmi

Arabian Thistle Ħorfox Mar-Jun Carduus australis subsp. marmoratus / Arabian Thistle -
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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 (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Not listed 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
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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 (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Not listed 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
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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 (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Not listed 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 -
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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 (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Listed in 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
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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 (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Not listed the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: THEROPHYTE (Annuals)
Carthamus lanatus
L.

Woolly Carthamus,
Woolly Safflower,
Smooth Distaff Thistle 		Xewk Ta' Kristu,
Xewk Il-far 		May-Jul Carthamus lanatus / Woolly Carthamus -
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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 (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Not listed the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: THEROPHYTE (Annuals)
Carthamus tinctorius
L.

Orange Carthamus Għosfor Jun-Aug Carthamus tinctorius / Orange Carthamus Short Profile
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images.
Main Synonym :
   No main synonyms for this taxon
Cultivated for agricultural or horticultural purposes but can be found in the wild as an escape This is a RARE species. Please do not pick up! Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Not listed the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: THEROPHYTE (Annuals)
Catananche lutea
L.

Yellow Catananche Katananċe Mar-May Catananche lutea / Yellow Catananche Short Profile
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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 (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Listed in the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: THEROPHYTE (Annuals)
Centaurea acaulis
L.

Stemless Star-Thistle,
Stemless Centaury 		Ċentawrija Tan-nuffara Apr-Jul Centaurea acaulis / Stemless Star-Thistle Short Profile
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images.
Main Synonym :
   No main synonyms for this taxon
ALIEN (Introduced in our islands from foreign countries) 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 the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: HEMICRYPTOPHYTE (Creeping plants)
Centaurea calcitrapa
L.

Red Star-Thistle,
Purple Star-Thistle 		No Name May-Jul Centaurea calcitrapa / Red Star-Thistle Short Profile
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images.
Main Synonym :
   No main synonyms for this taxon
ALIEN (Introduced in our islands from foreign countries) 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 the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: HEMICRYPTOPHYTE (Creeping plants)
Centaurea cyanus
L.

Cornflower,
Batchelor's Button 		No Name Apr-Jul Centaurea cyanus / Cornflower Short Profile
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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 (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Not listed the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: THEROPHYTE (Annuals)
Centaurea hyalolepis
Boissier

Yellow Star-Thistle No Name May-Jun Centaurea hyalolepis / Yellow Star-Thistle -
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images.
Main Synonym :
   Centaurea pallescens
CASUAL ALIEN (Introduced in our islands but not invasive, hence found casually) This species is believed to have become extinct from our islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Not listed the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: THEROPHYTE (Annuals)
Centaurea jacea s.l.
L.

Brownray Knapweed,
Brown Knapweed 		No Name Jun-Sep Centaurea jacea s.l. / Brownray Knapweed -
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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 (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Not listed the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: HEMICRYPTOPHYTE (Creeping plants)
Centaurea melitensis
L.

Maltese Star-Thistle Xewk Ta' Malta Mar-Jul Centaurea melitensis / Maltese Star-Thistle Short Profile
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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 (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Listed in 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
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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 (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Not listed 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
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images.
Main Synonym :
   Centaurea candidissima
Cultivated for agricultural or horticultural purposes but can be found in the wild as an escape Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Not listed the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: HEMICRYPTOPHYTE (Creeping plants)
Centaurea solistitialis
L.

Yellow Star-Thistle No Name Jun-Oct Centaurea solistitialis / Yellow Star-Thistle -
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images.
Main Synonym :
   No main synonyms for this taxon
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 (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Not listed the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: CHAMEOPHYTE (Subshrubs)
Cheirolophus crassifolius
(Bertoloni) Susanna

Maltese Rock-Centaury,
Malta Knapweed 		Widnet Il-Baħar May-Jul Cheirolophus crassifolius / Maltese Rock-Centaury Short Profile
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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 PROTECTED by law (schedule III of legal notice LN311/2006) and cannot be picked or harmed Listed in the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: HEMICRYPTOPHYTE (Creeping plants)
Chiliadenus bocconei
Brullo

Maltese Fleabane Tulliera Ta' Malta Aug-Nov Chiliadenus bocconei / Maltese Fleabane Detailed Profile
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images.
Main Synonym :
   Chiliadenus bocconei
ENDEMIC (found only on the Maltese islands) Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Listed in the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: CHAMEOPHYTE (Subshrubs)
Chondrilla juncea
L.

Rush-leaved Sow Thistle,
Gum Chicory 		Tfief Tar-ramel Apr-Jun Chondrilla juncea / Rush-leaved sow thistle Short Profile
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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 National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: HEMICRYPTOPHYTE (Creeping plants)
Chrysanthemum zawadskii subsp. coreanum
(Nakai) Y.N.Lee

Korean Chrysanthemun No Name Dec-Feb Chrysanthemum zawadskii subsp. coreanum / Korean Chrysanthemun Short Profile
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images.
Main Synonym :
   Chrysanthemum coreanum
Cultivated for agricultural or horticultural purposes but can be found in the wild as an escape Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Not listed the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: HEMICRYPTOPHYTE (Creeping plants)
Cichorium intybus
L.

Chicory Ċikwejra May-Oct Cichorium intybus / Chicory -
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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 (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Not listed the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: HEMICRYPTOPHYTE (Creeping plants)
Cichorium spinosum
L.

Spiny Chicory Qanfuda May-Jul Cichorium spinosum / Spiny Chicory -
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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 (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Not listed the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: CHAMEOPHYTE (Subshrubs)
Conyza albida
Willdenow

Fleabane No Name All Year Conyza albida / Fleabane -
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images.
Main Synonym :
   Conyza sumatrensis
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 (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Not listed the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: THEROPHYTE (Annuals)
Conyza bonariensis
(L.) Cronquist

Flax-Leaved Fleabane,
Hairy Fleabane,
Asthmaweed 		Żagħżigħa Selvaġġa All Year Conyza bonariensis / Flax-Leaved Fleabane Short Profile
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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 (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Not listed 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 -
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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 (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Not listed the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: HEMICRYPTOPHYTE (Creeping plants)
Crepis neglecta
L.

Hawksbeard No Name May-Oct Crepis neglecta / Hawksbeard -
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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 (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Not listed the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: THEROPHYTE (Annuals)
Crepis pusilla
(Sommier) Merxmüller

Maltese Hawksbeard,
Maltese Dwarf Hawksbeard 		Melitella Mar-May Crepis pusilla / Maltese Hawksbeard Short Profile
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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 National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: THEROPHYTE (Annuals)
Crupina crupinastrum
(Moris) Visiani

Southern Crupina No Name Mar-May Crupina crupinastrum / Southern Crupina -
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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 (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Not listed the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: THEROPHYTE (Annuals)
Cynara cardunculus
L.

Wild Artichoke,
Cardoon 		Qaqoċċ Tax-xewk,
Qaqoċċ Selvaġġ 		Mar-Jun Cynara cardunculus / Wild Artichoke Short Profile
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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 (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Not listed 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
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images.
Main Synonym :
   Cynara cardunculus subsp. scolymus
ALIEN (Introduced in our islands from foreign countries) 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 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
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images.
Main Synonym :
   No main synonyms for this taxon
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 (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Not listed 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 -
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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 (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Not listed 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 Short Profile
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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 (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Not listed the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: CHAMEOPHYTE (Subshrubs)
Echinops siculus
Strobl

Sicilian Globe Thistle No Name May-Jul Echinops siculus / Sicilian Globe Thistle Detailed Profile
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images.
Main Synonym :
   Echinops ritros subsp. sicula
INDIGENOUS (originating from the Maltese islands) This species is believed to have become extinct from our islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Not listed the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: HEMICRYPTOPHYTE (Creeping plants)
Eupatorium cannabinum
L.

Hemp-Agrimony No Name Apr-Oct Eupatorium cannabinum / Hemp-Agrimony Short Profile
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images.
Main Synonym :
   Eupatorium ponticum
ALIEN (Introduced in our islands from foreign countries) This species is believed to have become extinct from our islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Not listed the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: HEMICRYPTOPHYTE (Creeping plants)
Evax pygmaea
(L.) Brotero

Pygmy Cudweed,
Evax 		Evaks Mar-May Evax pygmaea / Pygmy Cudweed Short Profile
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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 (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Not listed the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: THEROPHYTE (Annuals)
Filago cossyrensis
Lojacono

Maltese Cudweed Kabuccinella Ta' Malta Apr-May Filago cossyrensis / Maltese Cudweed Short Profile
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images.
Main Synonym :
   Filago pyramidata var. gussonei
SUB-ENDEMIC (found only on the Maltese islands and neighbouring islands or territories) Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Not listed 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
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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 (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Not listed 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 -
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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 (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Not listed 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 -
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images.
Main Synonym :
   Chrysanthemum carinatum
Cultivated for agricultural or horticultural purposes but can be found in the wild as an escape Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Not listed the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: THEROPHYTE (Annuals)
Glebionis coronaria
(L.) Cass. Ex Spach.

Crown Daisy,
Garland 		Lellux Jan-Jun Glebionis coronaria / Crown Daisy Short Profile
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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 (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Not listed 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 Detailed Profile
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images.
Main Synonym :
   Chrysanthemum segetum
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 (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Listed in 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
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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 (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Not listed 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
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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 (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Not listed 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
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images.
Main Synonym :
   Helianthus lenticularis
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 (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Not listed the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: THEROPHYTE (Annuals)
Helianthus tuberosus
L.

Jerusalem Artichoke Artiċokk Jul-Oct Helianthus tuberosus / Jerusalem Artichoke Short Profile
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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 (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Not listed the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: GEOPHYTE (Bulbous/Rhizomous plants)
Helichrysum melitense
Brullo, Lanfranco, Pavone & Ronsisvalle

Maltese Helichrysium,
Maltese Everlasting 		Sempreviva Ta' Għawdex Mar-Jun Helichrysum melitense / Maltese Helichrysium Short Profile
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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 PROTECTED by law (schedule III of legal notice LN311/2006) and cannot be picked or harmed Listed in the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: CHAMEOPHYTE (Subshrubs)
Hyoseris frutescens
Brullo & Pavone

Maltese Hyoseris,
Gozo Hyoseris 		Żigland Ta' Għawdex Mar-May Hyoseris frutescens / Maltese Hyoseris -
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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 of legal notice LN311/2006) and cannot be picked or harmed Listed in the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: HEMICRYPTOPHYTE (Creeping plants)
Hyoseris radiata
L.

Perennial Hyoseris Żigland Tal-pizzi Mar-May Hyoseris radiata / Perennial Hyoseris Short Profile
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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 (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Not listed 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
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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 (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Not listed 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
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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 (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Not listed the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: THEROPHYTE (Annuals)
Hypochoeris cretensis
(L.) Chaubard & Bory

Southern Catsear,
Cretan Catsear 		No Name Apr-Jun Hypochoeris cretensis / Southern Catsear Short Profile
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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 (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Not listed the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: HEMICRYPTOPHYTE (Creeping plants)
Lactuca saligna
L.

Least Lettuce,
Willow Lettuce,
Willowleaf Lettuce 		No Name Jul-Oct Lactuca saligna / Least Lettuce Detailed Profile
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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 the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: THEROPHYTE (Annuals)
Lactuca sativa
L.

Lettuce,
Garden Lettuce 		Ħass Jul-Oct Lactuca sativa / Lettuce Short Profile
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images.
Main Synonym :
   Lactuca capitata
Cultivated for agricultural or horticultural purposes but can be found in the wild as an escape Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Not listed the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: HEMICRYPTOPHYTE (Creeping plants)
Lactuca serriola
L.

Prickly Lettuce Ħass Salvaġġ Tal-Pizzi May-Aug Lactuca serriola / Prickly Lettuce Short Profile
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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 (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Not listed the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: THEROPHYTE (Annuals)
Lactuca virosa
L.

Great Lettuce,
Wild Lettuce 		Ħass Selvaġġ May-Aug Lactuca virosa / Great Lettuce Detailed Profile
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images.
Main Synonym :
   Lactuca patersonii
Inconclusive status Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Not listed the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: THEROPHYTE (Annuals)
Launaea resedifolia
(L.) Kuntze

Divided-leaved Sow Thistle No Name Apr-May Launaea resedifolia / Divided-leaved Sow Thistle Short Profile
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images.
Main Synonym :
   Zollikoferia resedifolia
DOUBTFUL ? (It is not yet established if this species is Native or not) This species is believed to have become extinct from our islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Not listed the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: CHAMEOPHYTE (Subshrubs)
Leontodon tuberosus
L.

Tuberous Hawkbit Żigland Tal-għerq Sep-Mar Leontodon tuberosus / Tuberous Hawkbit Short Profile
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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 (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Not listed 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
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images.
Main Synonym :
   Chrysanthemum leucanthemum
Cultivated for agricultural or horticultural purposes but can be found in the wild as an escape Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Not listed the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: HEMICRYPTOPHYTE (Creeping plants)
Limbarda crithmoides
(L.) Dumort.

Golden Samphire Xorbett Jul-Oct Limbarda crithmoides / Golden Samphire -
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images.
Main Synonym :
   Inula 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 (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Not listed the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: CHAMEOPHYTE (Subshrubs)
Matricaria aurea
(L.) Schultz Bip.

Golden Mayweed,
Golden Chamomille 		Kamumilla Nana,
Kamumella Nana 		Mar-May Matricaria aurea / Golden Mayweed -
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images.
Main Synonym :
   Chamomilla aurea
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 III of legal notice LN311/2006) and cannot be picked or harmed Listed in the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: THEROPHYTE (Annuals)
Matricaria recutita
L.

Scented Mayweed,
Chamomille 		Kamumilla Mar-May Matricaria recutita / Scented Mayweed Short Profile
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images.
Main Synonym :
   Matricaria chamomilla
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 (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Not listed the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: THEROPHYTE (Annuals)
Nauplius aquaticus
(L.) Cassini

Golden Star,
Seaside Ox-eye Daisy 		Għajn Il-baqra Tax-xatt Apr-Jun Nauplius aquaticus / Golden Star -
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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 (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Not listed the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: THEROPHYTE (Annuals)
Notobasis syriaca
(L.) Cassini

Horse Thistle,
Syrian Thistle 		Xewk Tax-xitan Jan-May Notobasis syriaca / Horse Thistle Short Profile
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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 (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Not listed the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: THEROPHYTE (Annuals)
Onopordum argolicum
Boissier

Argolian Cotton Thistle Xewk Ta' Għawdex Mar-Jun Onopordum argolicum / Argolian Cotton Thistle Short Profile
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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 (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Listed in 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

images.
Main Synonym :
   Dimorphotheca jucundum
Cultivated for agricultural or horticultural purposes but can be found in the wild as an escape Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Not listed the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: CHAMEOPHYTE (Subshrubs)
Otanthus maritimus
(L.) Hoffmannsegg & Link

Cottonweed,
Sea Cudweed 		Santolina Tar-ramel,
Bajda Tar-ramel 		Jun-Sep Otanthus maritimus / Cottonweed Short Profile
with

images.
Main Synonym :
   Diotis candidissima
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 III and VI of legal notice LN311/2006) and cannot be picked or harmed Not listed 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 -
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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 (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Not listed 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
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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 (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Listed in 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
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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 (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Not listed 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 -
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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 (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Not listed 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
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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 (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Not listed the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: THEROPHYTE (Annuals)
Podospermum resedifolium
(L.) DC.

No Name No Name Mar-Apr Podospermum resedifolium / no name -
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Main Synonym :
   Scorzonera resedifolia
INDIGENOUS (originating from the Maltese islands) Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Not listed the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: HEMICRYPTOPHYTE (Creeping plants)
Pulicaria dysenterica
(L.) Bernhardt

Common Fleabane No Name Jun-Oct Pulicaria dysenterica / Common Fleabane Short Profile
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Main Synonym :
   Inula dysenterica
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 National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: HEMICRYPTOPHYTE (Creeping plants)
Pulicaria odora
(L.) Reichenbach

Mediterranean Fleabane No Name Jun-Oct Pulicaria odora / Mediterranean Fleabane Short Profile
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Main Synonym :
   Inula odora
INDIGENOUS (originating from the Maltese islands) This species is believed to have become extinct from our islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Listed in the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: HEMICRYPTOPHYTE (Creeping plants)
Reichardia intermedia
(Schultz Bip.) Coutinho

Mediterranean Reichardia No Name All Year Reichardia intermedia / Mediterranean Reichardia -
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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 (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Not listed 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
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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 (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Not listed 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
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Main Synonym :
   Rhagadiolus edulis
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 National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: THEROPHYTE (Annuals)
Santolina chamaecyparissus
L.

Lavender Cotton,
Holy Herb,
Ground Cypress 		No Name May-Sep Santolina chamaecyparissus / Lavender Cotton Short Profile
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Main Synonym :
   Santonlina incana
Cultivated for agricultural or horticultural purposes but can be found in the wild as an escape Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Not listed the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: NanoPHANEROPHYTE (Small trees / Large shrubs)
Scolymus grandiflorus
Desfontaines

Large-flowered Golden Thistle Xewk Isfar Kbir May-Oct Scolymus grandiflorus / Large-flowered Golden Thistle Short Profile
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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 (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Listed in 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
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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 (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Not listed 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
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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 (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Not listed the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: THEROPHYTE (Annuals)
Senecio angulatus
L. fil.

Creeping Groundsel,
Climbing Groundsel,
Cape Ivy 		No Name May-Aug Senecio angulatus / Creeping Groundsel -
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Main Synonym :
   Senecio tamoides
Cultivated for agricultural or horticultural purposes but can be found in the wild as an escape Species considered not rare in the Maltese Islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Not listed the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: MacroPHANEROPHYTE (High trees)
Senecio bicolor
(Willdenow) Todaro

Silver Ragwort Kromb Il-baħar Isfar Mar-Jul Senecio bicolor / Silver Ragwort Short Profile
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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 (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Not listed 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 -
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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 (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Listed in 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 Detailed Profile
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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 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 Short Profile
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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 (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Not listed 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 Detailed Profile
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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 (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Not listed the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: HEMICRYPTOPHYTE (Creeping plants)
Sonchus asper
(L.) Hill

Prickly Sow Thistle,
Spiny Sow Thistle,
Spiny-leaved Sow Thistle 		Tfief ċar All Year Sonchus asper / Prickly Sow Thistle -
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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 (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Not listed 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 Short Profile
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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 (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Not listed 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 Detailed Profile
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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 (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Not listed 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 -
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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 (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Not listed the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: HEMICRYPTOPHYTE (Creeping plants)
Urospermum picroides
(L.) F.W. Schmidt

Prickly Golden Fleece,
Sheep's Beard,
Prickly Urospermum 		Tfief Xewwieki Jan-Jun Urospermum picroides / Prickly Golden Fleece -
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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 (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Not listed 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 -
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Main Synonym :
   Acanthoxanthium spinosum
CASUAL ALIEN (Introduced in our islands but not invasive, hence found casually) 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 the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: THEROPHYTE (Annuals)
Xanthium strumarium
L.

Rough Cocklebur Ħobbejża Falza Jul-Oct Xanthium strumarium / Rough Cocklebur Short Profile
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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 (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Not listed the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: THEROPHYTE (Annuals)




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 -
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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 (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Not listed the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: THEROPHYTE (Annuals)
Legousia hybrida var. foliosa
(L.) Delarbre

Venus Looking Glass No Name Mar-May Legousia hybrida var. foliosa / Venus looking Glass Short Profile
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Main Synonym :
   Specularia hybrida
ENDEMIC (found only on 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 National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: THEROPHYTE (Annuals)
Trachelium caeruleum
L.

Trachelium No Name May-Sep Trachelium caeruleum / Trachelium Short Profile
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Main Synonym :
   No main synonyms for this taxon
CASUAL ALIEN (Introduced in our islands but not invasive, hence found casually) This species is believed to have become extinct from our islands Medicinal properties not proven scientifically Not Protected by Law (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Not listed the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: CHAMEOPHYTE (Subshrubs)




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 Detailed Profile
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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 (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Listed in the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: GEOPHYTE (Bulbous/Rhizomous plants)
Triglochin bulbosa subsp. laxiflora
Gussone

Lesser Arrowgrass No Name Sep-Nov Triglochin bulbosa subsp. laxiflora / Lesser Arrowgrass -
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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 (LN200/2011 or LN311/2006) Listed in the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: GEOPHYTE (Bulbous/Rhizomous plants)




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
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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 the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: HYDROPHYTE (Living in/on water)




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
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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 National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: HYDROPHYTE (Living in/on water)




ZANNICHELLIACEAE

Horned Pondweed Family

 Perennial monoecious herbs of fresh or brackish water with slender leafy stems. Leaves mostly opposite, linear, entire, with stipules. Flowers axillary, in a hyaline deciduous, cup-shaped spathe, 1 male and 2-5 female flowers often in the same spathe. Flowers of 1 stamen; or 1 carpel with flattened stigma. Perianth 0. Fruit a stalk more or less curved achene.
Botanical Name Common Name Maltese Name Flowering Period Thumbnail Picture Profile Type
Zannichellia major
Boenninghausen ex Reichenbach

Greater Horned Pondweed Ħarira Tal-widien Jan-Apr Zannichellia major / Greater Horned Pondweed Short Profile
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Main Synonym :
   Zannichellia palustris var. major
ALIEN (Introduced in our islands from foreign countries) 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 the National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: HYDROPHYTE (Living in/on water)
Zannichellia melitensis
Brullo. Giusso del Galdo & Lanfranco

Maltese Horned Pondweed Ħarira Tal-ilma Ta' Malta Dec-Mar Zannichellia melitensis / Maltese Horned Pondweed Short Profile
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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 National Red Data Book (Edwin Lanfranco, 1989) Life form classification: HYDROPHYTE (Living in/on water)


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