A sea-lavender found only in Malta, growing on salty coastal rock.
This low plant has leathery leaves and clusters of small purple-pink flowers in late spring and summer. It is adapted to salt spray and wind on sea cliffs and rocky shores, and is one of the Maltese endemic plants.
Threats
Coastal building, trampling, and picking.
How to help
Stay on paths, and do not pick or dig up wild plants. Report damage to ERA.
Photo: Denis Barthel, CC BY-SA 3.0.
