Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
dansereaui
ID:
607964

Status:
valid

Authors:
P.Silva

Source:
cmp

Year:
1980

Citation Micro:
Agron. Lusit. 40: 22 (1980)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000607296

Common Names

  • Dansereau's Cistus
  • Dansereau Cistus
  • Dansereau's Cistus

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Synonyms

  • Cistus dansereaui maculatus Demoly [deprecated]
  • Cistus dansereaui retroflexus Demoly [deprecated]
  • Cistus dansereaui stellaris Demoly [deprecated]
  • Cistus dansereaui substellatus Demoly [deprecated]

Description

Cistus dansereaui (also called 'Dansereaui 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 dansereaui is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive, fragrant flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments such as headaches, stomachaches, and fever.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cistus dansereaui is a white, five-petalled flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, shiny seed. The seedlings are small, oval-shaped with small, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cistus dansereaui is a low-growing, evergreen shrub that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil in spring or early summer. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. The cuttings should be kept moist until they have rooted.

Where to Find Cistus dansereaui

Cistus dansereaui is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in countries such as Spain, Portugal, France, Italy, and Greece.

Cistus dansereaui FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cistus dansereaui?

Cistus dansereaui

What is the common name of Cistus dansereaui?

Dansereaui

What type of plant is Cistus dansereaui?

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,