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Phitosia crocifolia (Boiss. & Heldr.) Kamari & Greuter (=Crepis crocifolia) is a monotypic endemic genus of the Greek flora, known, so far, to occur only on the Taigetos range in S Peloponnisos, Greece. Recently, it was also discovered on the main summit area (Megali Tourla or Kronion) of Mt. Parnonas, E Peloponnisos. It occurs on limestone, stony and rocky open places, at about 1810-1870 m altitude. The taxon has been listed in the recent Greek Red Data Book as Endangered. Phitosia crocifolia, under the name Crepis crocifolia, is legally protected by several directives for the nature.