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'Zombie' fern of the Tramuntana: What desiccated greens teach us about Mallorca's future

Why Dry-Stone Walls Matter for Tramuntana Plants

Dry-stone walls in Mallorca create sheltered microhabitats for drought-adapted plants.

Published: April 22, 2026
'Zombie' fern of the Tramuntana: What desiccated greens teach us about Mallorca's future

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Why are dry-stone walls important for plants in the Tramuntana?

Dry-stone walls create small sheltered spaces that hold shade, moisture and cooler temperatures than the open landscape around them. For many mosses and ferns in Mallorca, those gaps are part of the habitat they need to survive dry periods. Protecting the walls also helps protect the plants living in them.

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