Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
laxus
ID:
608092

Status:
valid

Authors:
Aiton

Source:
cmp

Year:
1789

Citation Micro:
Hort. Kew. 2: 233 (1789)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000607424

Common Names

  • Cistus Laxus
  • Rock Rose
  • Sun Rose

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Synonyms

  • Cistus hirsutus Lam. [unknown]
  • Cistus hirsutus brevifolius Willk. [unknown]
  • Cistus hirsutus psilosepalus (Sweet) Willk. [unknown]
  • Cistus hirsutus vulgaris Willk. [unknown]
  • Cistus psilosepalus Sweet [unknown]
  • Cistus hirsutus pumilus Daveau [unknown]
  • Cistus hirsutus pumilus (Daveau) Samp. [unknown]
  • Cistus hirsutus angustifolius Merino [unknown]
  • Cistus hirsutus subglaber Merino [unknown]
  • Cistus laxus trichocalyx Demoly [deprecated]

Description

Cistus laxus (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 laxus 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 laxus is a white, five-petalled bloom with a yellow centre. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and green, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cistus laxus 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 laxus

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

Cistus laxus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cistus laxus?

Cistus laxus

What are the common names of Cistus laxus?

Lax Rockrose

What are the characteristics of Cistus laxus?

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,

References