Floristic Composition, Diversity, Palatability, and Forage Availability of Forest Rangelands in the Southern Mediterranean Region of Northern Morocco

Forest rangelands are an important component of extensive goat production in the Mediterranean region. The aim this study was to survey floristic composition, lifespan, life forms, phytogeographic relationships, palatability degree, and forage availability forest Northern Morocco. To achieve goal, a plant species inventory carried out, digital herbarium constructed. Forage estimated using quadrat method. According results, 358 taxa were recorded with 228 genera 66 families. flora is mainly dominated by Asteraceae, Fabaceae, Poaceae, Lamiaceae Six principal forms plants recognized predominance therophytes (48.3%). category most dominant (73.7%) 264 species. degree studied for 95 taxa, known herders. palatable group highly represented 32 Of these identified 93% evaluated as potential sources grazing animals. depended considerably on season existing (p < 0.01). spring higher value 3143 kg DM/ha. In conclusion, have high biodiversity, which they need rigorous protection preserve their composition diversity.