Status:
valid
Authors:
Lam.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1786
Citation Micro:
Encycl. 2: 17 (1786)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000607326
Common Names
- Cistus florentinus
- Florentinus Cistus
- Florentine Rockrose
Synonyms
- Cistus porquerollensis Hanry & A.Huet [unknown]
- Cistus reghaiensis Batt. [unknown]
- Cistus varius Pourr. [unknown]
- Cistus florentinus subsalviifolius Demoly [deprecated]
Description
Cistus florentinus (also called Rock Rose, among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 1.5 m tall. It has white flowers with yellow stamens and is native to the Mediterranean region. It typically grows in dry, sunny areas and is often found in rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Cistus florentinus 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 coughs, colds, and fever.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Cistus florentinus 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cistus florentinus can be propagated by cuttings or seed. It can be grown in well-drained, sandy soil in full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures as low as -5°C.
Where to Find Cistus florentinus
Cistus florentinus is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in countries such as Spain, Portugal, France, Italy, and Greece.
Cistus florentinus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cistus florentinus?
Cistus florentinus
What are the common names of Cistus florentinus?
Florentine Rockrose
What are the characteristics of Cistus florentinus?
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,