The list of plant species protected throughout metropolitan France is an official list defined by the French government, listing the plant species that are protected on the territory (The notion of territory has taken on increasing importance in geography and in particular in. ..) metropolitan of France.It was published in the decree of January 20, 1982, which was amended twice: first by the decree of August 31, 1995, then by the decree of December 14, 2006.Protected species.Gathering or harvesting subject to the authorization of the Minister.Strictly protected species