01. Where to find it
Sunny slopes, rocky ground and dry coastal scrub.
Plants
Mediterranean fan palm
Chamaerops humilis
A native dwarf palm whose fan-shaped leaves define the Mediterranean scrub landscape.
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02. Why it matters
Its foliage and structure contribute shelter to the varied fauna of Mediterranean shrublands.
03. How to observe and protect it
Look for its distinctive fan leaves and leave young plants undisturbed.
Reference source: Junta de Andalucía · Red Natura 2000: Maro-Cerro Gordo. Some species are rare or protected: being listed in the sources does not mean you are likely to see them.