Its geographical location at a point where three continents meet, combined with its relief that includes numerous high mountains and hundreds of kilometers of coastline, has endowed Greece with a rich flora comprising nearly 6,000 different species.

This enormous number, relative to its only 132,000 km2 area, places Greece at the forefront of biodiversity in Europe. About 15% of these species are endemic and typically find refuge in safe spots in mountains and gorges, where human presence is minimized.

Especially in the mountains of Rhodopi, the Pindos mountain range, Olympus, Parnassus, and Taygetos, as well as in the three major mountain ranges of Crete, many rare and unique species are found, making Greece associated with the magnificent excursions to the botanical paradise of Europe.

This book presents around 600 of the most representative species of the Greek flora. Short texts focusing on the botanical characteristics of the plants, mythological connections, and wherever possible, the etymology of the names, along with over 1,200 photographs with details and habitat descriptions, make the reading simple and enjoyable.