Sarmatic steppe pine forest
Description (English)
Xerophilous Scots pine woods of the Sarmatic region of western Eurasia and of areas with an extremely continental micro climate in northeastern Central and Eastern Europe. Towards its western limit this habitat is restricted to well drained habitats such as inland dunes and cliffs. There are many relict species of continental origin. Syntaxa included are the Anemono-Picetum sylvestris, Peucedano-Pinetum, Koelerio glaucae-Pinetum sylvestris, Caragano-Pinetum, Pyrolo-Pinetum sylvestris (p.) & Corynephoro-Pinetum sylvestris.
Source: Interpretation Manual of European Union Habitats, version EUR 28 (2013)
Quick facts
| EU Habitats Directive | Annex I habitat type (code 91U0) |
|---|---|
| Habitat type | Not priority |
| Natura 2000 sites | 48 are designated for this habitat type |
Distribution
Conservation status
EU conservation status
Conservation status assesses every six years and for each biogeographical region the condition of habitats and species compared to the favourable status as described in the Habitats Directive. The map shows the 2013-2018 assessments as reported by EU Member State. Assessments are further detailed in the summary document available behind the link below.
Species mentioned in habitat description
| Species scientific name | English common name | Species group |
|---|---|---|
| Pinus sylvestris | Conifers | |
| Brachypodium pinnatum | Flowering Plants | |
| Chimaphila umbellata | Flowering Plants | |
| Coronilla vaginalis | Flowering Plants | |
| Globularia punctata | Flowering Plants | |
| Ophrys insectifera | Flowering Plants | |
| Pyrola minor | Flowering Plants | |
| Vaccinium myrtillus | Flowering Plants |