The flora of Lanzarote

The flora of Lanzarote

The flora is unique, given the volcanic nature of the island, which has greatly influenced the establishment and survival of animal and plant species. The climate is mild and temperate, influenced by the Azores High and the cool, constant trade winds. The ecosystem is known as tabaibal (consisting mainly of euphorbias and shrubs adapted to drought, strong winds and constant sunshine). Saharan winds regularly bring insects, seeds and, of course, orange sand, which transforms the sky into a flamboyant spectacle…