Etymology of the name: was called “Phenicusa”, which comes from the ancient Greek name “Fhoinicùsa” rich in ferns or palm-covered, referring to the dwarf palm once widespread on the island.
Origin: volcanic.
Volcanic activity: the volcanic system is extinct and there are no signs of secondary activity.
Age: is the oldest of the Aeolian archipelago. The volcanic activity began 600,000 years ago and ended 40,000 years ago.