Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
incanus
ID:
608053

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1753

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000607385

Common Names

  • Cistus Incanus
  • Rock Rose
  • Sun Rose

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Synonyms

  • Cistus pulverulentus Pourr. [unknown]
  • Cistus incanus albiflorus Delip. & Cheshm. [unknown]

Description

Cistus incanus (also called Grey 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 incanus 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 incanus 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 incanus 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 incanus

Cistus incanus is found in the Mediterranean region, from Spain to Turkey.

Cistus incanus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cistus incanus?

Cistus incanus

What are the common names of Cistus incanus?

Hoary Rockrose

What are the characteristics of Cistus incanus?

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,

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