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In this study, the vascular flora of the endemic Cedrus brevifolia in Pafos’ forests in Cyprus was investigated. Pinus brutia, C. brevifolia and Quercus alnifolia are the main floristic elements of these forests. The dominance of the Mediterranean element and the remarkable presence of the Eurasiatic – European as well as, of the other chorological elements, give a submediterranean character to the flora. Annual herbs predominate followed by the herbaceous perennials. Therophytes are the most abundant followed by hemicryptophytes, typical of the flora of Mediterranean zone. Comparative analysis was done between Cedar, Pine and mixed Cedar – Pine forests. The geographical distribution of the floristic elements, according to the altitude and the biotopes they were found, is presented in analytical tables and on the map of the study area. New taxa for this area have also been recorded for the first time.