Flora of Amorgos. 2019. Many col. photogr. and dot maps. 220 p. 4to. Hardcover. - In English.

The flora and vegetation of Amorgos, a small but phytogeographically distinct island at the eastern edge of the Kiklades, central Aegean area, are presented in this publication based on extensive field work conducted by the authors and their colleagues, and by analysis of relevant literature. An abbreviated and annotated list of the flora of Amorgos is provided, with notes on ecological preferences, altitudinal distribution and frequency of occurrence for the more rare taxa. One representative voucher or literature citation is included, this applies also for the lists of mosses, lichens and mushrooms.

Especially emphasized are 28 taxa which have been published as Greek endemics occurring on Amorgos of which two are local endemics restricted to the island. The total number of native and naturalized taxa of vascular plants in the list is 1092, belonging to 1040 species, 460 genera and 107 families. Colour photographs show 268 vascular plants, 11 mosses and liverworts, 44 lichens and 30 mushrooms. There are also 39 different animals photographed for the fauna section. In the introductory chapters geomorphological, climate and land use aspects are emphasized, the main vegetation types are discussed as well as the botanical history of the island and phytogeographical relationships. Island endemics and regional endemics are particularly noted as are recent introductions and alien taxa.
Of special interest is the flora of the mainly south exposed cliffs above the narrow and steep east coast and within a few deep gorges which include a number of characteristic and rare species. Also noteworthy is the flora of several permanent springs and streams leading down from the rocky heights of Krikelos, Profitis Ilias and Korakas supplying a few coastal wetlands especially estuaries in the northern part of the island. A map summarizing the natural and semi-natural vegetation (plant associations) together with agricultural types which are the replacement communities is provided with annotations. Some floristic areas of special interest are indicated together with current and future potential threats.

The necessary steps for safeguarding and protecting these areas are discussed. The island of Amorgos still holds a surprisingly great diversity of flora and vegetation in a relatively small area. This botanical treasure is, however, endangered - it has to be cared for now to preserve it for future generations