Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
obtusifolius
ID:
608153

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sweet

Source:
cmp

Year:
1827

Citation Micro:
Cistineae : t. 42 (1827)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000607485

Common Names

  • Cistus Obtusifolius
  • Rock Rose
  • Sun Rose

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Description

Cistus obtusifolius (also called Obtuse-Leaved Rockrose, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Cistaceae family. It is native to the Mediterranean region. It is found in dry and rocky slopes, often growing in the understory of the forest.

Uses & Benefits

Cistus obtusifolius is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive, fragrant flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments such as coughs, colds, and fever.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cistus obtusifolius 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 obtusifolius 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 obtusifolius

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

Cistus obtusifolius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cistus obtusifolius?

Cistus obtusifolius

What is the common name of Cistus obtusifolius?

Oblong-leaved Rockrose

What is the natural habitat of Cistus obtusifolius?

Dry and rocky hillsides of the Mediterranean region

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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