Paphos dandelion under threat from tourism development
The endemic Paphos dandelion (Taraxacum aphrogenes) has been selected by the agriculture ministry as its plant of the month as it continues its campaign to...
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Rare tulip found only in the Akamas
The Akamas tulip (Tulipa akamasica) has been highlighted by the agriculture ministry this month to educate people about the island’s endangered plants, this one blooming...
Public urged not to pick endangered flower
As part of an ongoing programme to introduce the Cyprus public to the flowers that grow on the island, the ministry of agriculture on Tuesday...
Perfect plants for evening perfumes
A highly evening-perfumed plant that immediately comes to mind is Cestrum nocturnum, known in Cyprus as ‘Pakistani Nights’, but originally from the West Indies. It...