Status:
valid
Authors:
Demoly
Source:
cmp
Year:
2004
Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Gallica 131: 231 (2004)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000607376
Common Names
- Cistus Horrens
- Rock Rose
- Sun Rose
Description
Cistus horrens (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 horrens 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 horrens 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 horrens is a shrub that is native to the Mediterranean region. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some salt. Propagation is done through seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Cistus horrens
Cistus horrens is found in the Mediterranean region, from Spain to Turkey.
Cistus horrens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cistus horrens?
Cistus horrens
What are the common names of Cistus horrens?
Hairy Rockrose
What are the characteristics of Cistus horrens?
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,