Plants

White rosemary

Rosmarinus tomentosus

A botanical treasure of the coastal rocks, remarkable for its very limited natural range.

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Photograph of the landscape around Nerja and Maro; habitat illustration, not a photograph of the species

01. Where to find it

Rocky slopes and coastal habitats around Maro-Cerro Gordo.

02. Why it matters

This southern Andalusian endemic is among the threatened plant species recorded in the protected area.

03. How to observe and protect it

Enjoy it from marked paths; never pick flowers, cuttings or seeds.

Reference source: Junta de Andalucía · Paraje Natural Acantilados Maro-Cerro Gordo. Some species are rare or protected: being listed in the sources does not mean you are likely to see them.