The Macaronesian region is composed of several Atlantic island groups. Although it is convenient to have a collective name for them and they do share some elements of their flora, they have very different situations and histories and do not form a strongly coherent group.
Azores
9 major islands Autonomous region of Portugal
Madeira
1 major island Autonomous region of Portugal
Canary Islands
7 major islands Autonomous region of Spain
Cape Verde Islands
10 major islands Independent republic
Salvage Islands (not shown on the map)
A small group of islets between Madeira and the Canaries.
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