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Algeria has a rich and diverse flora, with over 2,000 species of vascular plants. Some of the most common native plants in Algeria include:
* Aleppo pine (_Pinus halepensis_): This evergreen conifer is native to the Mediterranean Basin. It is a popular ornamental tree, and its wood is used for construction and furniture making.
* Cork oak (_Quercus suber_): This evergreen oak tree is native to the Mediterranean Basin. It is known for its thick, corky bark, which is used to make wine corks and other products.
* Algerian oak (_Quercus canariensis_): This deciduous oak tree is native to Algeria and Tunisia. It is a popular ornamental tree, and its wood is used for construction and furniture making.
* Atlas cedar (_Cedrus atlantica_): This evergreen conifer is native to the Atlas Mountains of Algeria and Morocco. It is a popular ornamental tree, and its wood is used for construction and furniture making.
* Sahara cypress (_Cupressus dupreziana_): This evergreen conifer is native to the Sahara Desert of Algeria and Libya. It is a drought-tolerant tree, and its wood is used for construction and furniture making.
* Date palm (_Phoenix dactylifera_): This palm tree is native to North Africa and the Middle East. It is a popular fruit tree, and its dates are used for food, drink, and other products.
* Fig tree (_Ficus carica_): This deciduous tree is native to the Mediterranean Basin. It is a popular fruit tree, and its figs are used for food, drink, and other products.
* Olive tree (_Olea europaea_): This evergreen tree is native to the Mediterranean Basin. It is a popular fruit tree, and its olives are used for food, drink, and other products.
* Pomegranate tree (_Punica granatum_): This deciduous tree is native to Iran and Afghanistan. It is a popular fruit tree, and its pomegranates are used for food, drink, and other products.
* Cactus (_Opuntia ficus-indica_): This succulent plant is native to Mexico. It is a popular fruit plant, and its pads and fruits are used for food, drink, and other products.