Cistus aguilari - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
O.E.Warb.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1931
Citation Micro:
J. Roy. Hort. Soc. 56: 222 (1931)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000607193
Common Names
- Aguilar's Cistus
- Aguilar Cistus
- Aguilar's Cistus
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- Cistus aguilarii maculatus Demoly [deprecated]
- Cistus aguilarii pilosus Demoly [deprecated]
Description
Cistus aguilari (also called Aguilar's Rockrose, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It has thick, leathery, gray-green leaves and produces small, white flowers. It is found in rocky crevices, cliffs, and dry, sandy soils.
Uses & Benefits
Cistus aguilari is an ornamental plant with bright pink flowers and glossy green foliage. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate poor soils. It is often used as a ground cover or in rock gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Cistus aguilari is a white, five-petaled flower with yellow stamens. The seed is small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, thin, and pale green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cistus aguilari can be propagated by seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-draining potting mix and keep the soil moist. For cuttings, use a sharp, sterile knife to cut a stem just below a node. Dip the cut end in rooting hormone and place it in a potting mix. Keep the soil moist and in a warm, bright location. Cistus aguilari can be cultivated in full sun or partial shade in well-draining soil.
Where to Find Cistus aguilari
Cistus aguilari can be found in Spain.
Cistus aguilari FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cistus aguilari?
Cistus aguilari
What type of plant is Cistus aguilari?
Shrub
Where is Cistus aguilari found?
Spain
Species in the Cistus genus
Cistus akamantis, Cistus atlanticus, Cistus ingwersenii, Cistus osbeckiifolius, Cistus santae, Cistus banaresii, Cistus grancanariae, Cistus palmensis, Cistus aguilari, Cistus albereensis, Cistus albidus, Cistus asper, Cistus atriplicifolius, Cistus calycinus, Cistus canescens, Cistus cebennensis, Cistus cheiranthoides, Cistus chinamadensis, Cistus clausonii, Cistus clusii, Cistus conradiae, Cistus creticus, Cistus crispus, Cistus cyprius, Cistus dansereaui, Cistus escartianus, Cistus florentinus, Cistus formosus, Cistus halimifolius, Cistus heterophyllus, Cistus horrens, Cistus hybridus, Cistus incanus, Cistus inflatus, Cistus ladanifer, Cistus lasianthus, Cistus laurifolius, Cistus laxus, Cistus ledon, Cistus libanotis, Cistus matritensis, Cistus monspeliensis, Cistus munbyi, Cistus nigricans, Cistus novus, Cistus obtusifolius, Cistus ocreatus, Cistus ocymoides, Cistus palhinhae, Cistus parviflorus,
Species in the Cistaceae family
Cistus akamantis, Cistus atlanticus, Cistus ingwersenii, Cistus osbeckiifolius, Cistus santae, Cistus banaresii, Cistus grancanariae, Cistus palmensis, Cistus aguilari, Cistus albereensis, Cistus albidus, Cistus asper, Cistus atriplicifolius, Cistus calycinus, Cistus canescens, Cistus cebennensis, Cistus cheiranthoides, Cistus chinamadensis, Cistus clausonii, Cistus clusii, Cistus conradiae, Cistus creticus, Cistus crispus, Cistus cyprius, Cistus dansereaui, Cistus escartianus, Cistus florentinus, Cistus formosus, Cistus halimifolius, Cistus heterophyllus, Cistus horrens, Cistus hybridus, Cistus incanus, Cistus inflatus, Cistus ladanifer, Cistus lasianthus, Cistus laurifolius, Cistus laxus, Cistus ledon, Cistus libanotis, Cistus matritensis, Cistus monspeliensis, Cistus munbyi, Cistus nigricans, Cistus novus, Cistus obtusifolius, Cistus ocreatus, Cistus ocymoides, Cistus palhinhae, Cistus parviflorus,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2723258: Based on the initial data import
Oscar Emanuel Warburg (1876-1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'O.E.Warb.' in the authors string.