Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
grancanariae
ID:
509487

Status:
valid

Authors:
Marrero Rodr., R.S.Almeida & C.Ríos

Source:
cmp

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Bot. Macaronés. 27: 74 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000508819

Common Names

  • Cistus grancanariae
  • Grancanariae Cistus
  • Grancanariae

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Description

Cistus grancanariae (also called Gran Canaria Rock Rose, among many other common names) is a species of flowering shrub native to the Canary Islands. It is a small, evergreen shrub growing up to 1 meter tall, with fragrant, white flowers. It prefers dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Cistus grancanariae is used in traditional medicine for treating digestive ailments, skin diseases, and fever. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cistus grancanariae has small, white flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small, with long, thin stems and small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cistus grancanariae is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist, sandy soil mix. It should be grown in full sun to partial shade and requires regular watering.

Where to Find Cistus grancanariae

Cistus grancanariae is native to the Canary Islands.

Cistus grancanariae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cistus grancanariae?

Cistus grancanariae

What is the common name of Cistus grancanariae?

Grancanariae

What is the natural habitat of Cistus grancanariae?

Tropical and subtropical dry broadleaf forests

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2606710: Based on the initial data import
Águedo Marrero Rodriguez (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Marrero Rodr.' in the authors string.
Rafael S. Almeida: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.S.Almeida' in the authors string.
Carlos Ríos: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Ríos' in the authors string.