Status:
valid
Authors:
Lam.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1786
Citation Micro:
Encycl. 2: 19 (1786)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000607248
Common Names
- Cheiranthoides Cistus
- Cheiranthoides Cistus
- Cheiranthoides Cistus
Synonyms
- Halimium cheiranthoides K.Koch [unknown]
- Halimium pauanum Font Quer [unknown]
- Helianthemum pauanum (Font Quer) Font Quer [unknown]
- Halimium alyssoides cheiranthoides (Lam.) Muñoz Garm. & Bayon [unknown]
- Cistus cheiranthoides pauanus (Font Quer) Demoly [deprecated]
Description
Cistus cheiranthoides (also called 'Cheiranthoides 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 cheiranthoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a pleasant smell and is often used to make perfumes and cosmetics. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as colds, coughs, and skin conditions.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Cistus cheiranthoides is small and white. Its seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender and have a reddish hue.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cistus cheiranthoides 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 cheiranthoides
Cistus cheiranthoides is found in Europe and North Africa.
Cistus cheiranthoides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cistus cheiranthoides?
Cistus cheiranthoides
What type of plant is Cistus cheiranthoides?
Shrub
Where is Cistus cheiranthoides 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,