Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
halimifolius
ID:
608024

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 524 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000607356

Common Names

  • Cistus halimifolius
  • Halimifolius Cistus
  • Sea-lavender Rockrose

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Synonyms

  • Strobon halimifolium Raf. [unknown]
  • Cistus lepidotus Amo [unknown]
  • Cistus multiflorus Amo [unknown]
  • Halimium halimifolium (L.) Willk. [unknown]
  • Halimium halimifolium lepidotum (Spach) Maire [unknown]
  • Halimium halimifolium multiflorum (Salzm. ex Dunal) Maire [valid]
  • Halimium hirsutissimum Willk. [unknown]
  • Halimium lasiocalycinum rhiphaeum (Pau & Font Quer) Maire [valid]
  • Halimium lepidotum Spach [unknown]
  • Halimium multiflorum Willk. [unknown]
  • Halimium rhiphaeum Pau & Font Quer [unknown]
  • Helianthemum crispatum Boiss. & Reut. [unknown]
  • Helianthemum halimifolium Pers. [unknown]
  • Helianthemum multiflorum Salzm. ex Dunal [unknown]
  • Helianthemum rhiphaeum Pau & Font Quer [unknown]
  • Halimium halimifolium rhiphaeum (Pau & Font Quer) Fennane & Ibn Tattou [unknown]
  • Cistus halimifolius rhiphaeus (Pau & Font Quer) Demoly [unknown]
  • Halimium halimifolium riphaeum (Pau & Font Quer) Raynaud [unknown]

Description

Cistus halimifolius (also called Sea Pink, 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 halimifolius is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used for erosion control and to attract bees and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cistus halimifolius 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 halimifolius is a species of flowering shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be grown in a potting mix of equal parts sand, peat, and loam. Propagation is done by cuttings taken in late summer or early fall.

Where to Find Cistus halimifolius

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

Cistus halimifolius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cistus halimifolius?

Cistus halimifolius

What is the common name of Cistus halimifolius?

Halimifolius

What type of plant is Cistus halimifolius?

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,