Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
clusii
ID:
607929

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dunal

Source:
cmp

Year:
1824

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 1: 266 (1824)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000607261

Common Names

  • Clusius Cistus
  • Clusius Cistus
  • Clusius Cistus

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Synonyms

  • Cistus clusii multiflorus Demoly [unknown]
  • Cistus clusii multiflorus (Demoly) Romo [unknown]
  • Cistus fastigiatus Guss. [unknown]
  • Cistus pruinosus (Willk.) Dans. [unknown]
  • Cistus rorismarinifolius Pourr. ex Timb.-Lagr. [unknown]
  • Cistus rosmarinifolius Pourr. [unknown]
  • Cistus sedjera Pomel [unknown]
  • Halimium clusii Spach [unknown]
  • Helianthemum libanotis Guss. [unknown]

Description

Cistus clusii (also called 'Clusii 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 clusii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive, fragrant flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments such as coughs, colds, and fever.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cistus clusii is small and white. Its seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender and have a reddish hue.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cistus clusii 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 clusii

Cistus clusii is found in Europe and North Africa.

Cistus clusii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cistus clusii?

Cistus clusii

What is the common name of Cistus clusii?

Clusii

What type of plant is Cistus clusii?

Shrub

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