Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
atriplicifolius
ID:
607887

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lam.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1786

Citation Micro:
Encycl. 2: 19 (1786)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000607219

Common Names

  • Cistus atriplicifolius
  • Atriplicifolius Cistus
  • Atriplicifolius Rockrose

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Synonyms

  • Stegitris atriplicifolius Raf. [unknown]
  • Halimium atriplicifolium (Lam.) Spach [unknown]
  • Helianthemum atriplicifolium Willd. [unknown]
  • Halimium atriplicifolium serpentinicola Rivas Goday & Rivas Mart. [unknown]

Description

Cistus atriplicifolius (also called 'Atriplicifolius Cistus', among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It has grey-green leaves, up to 10 cm long and 5 cm wide, and small, white flowers. It is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Cistus atriplicifolius is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cistus atriplicifolius has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and dark green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cistus atriplicifolius is a low-growing, evergreen shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and placed in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and in bright, indirect light until the cuttings have rooted.

Where to Find Cistus atriplicifolius

Cistus atriplicifolius is found in Europe and North Africa.

Cistus atriplicifolius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cistus atriplicifolius?

Cistus atriplicifolius

What are the common names of Cistus atriplicifolius?

Atriplicifolius Rockrose

What are the characteristics of Cistus atriplicifolius?

It is an evergreen, perennial shrub with small, grey-green leaves and large, white flowers with yellow centers in summer

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,