Cistus palmensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Bañares & Demoly
Source:
cmp
Year:
2007
Citation Micro:
J. Bot. Soc. Bot. France 36: 26 (2006 publ. 2007)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000508822
Common Names
- Cistus palmensis
- Palmensis Cistus
- Palmensis
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Cistus palmensis (also called Palm Rock Rose, among many other common names) is a species of flowering shrub native to Spain. It is a small, evergreen shrub growing up to 1 meter tall, with fragrant, white flowers. It prefers dry, rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Cistus palmensis is used in traditional medicine for treating digestive ailments, skin diseases, and fever. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Cistus palmensis has small, white flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small, with long, thin stems and small, oval leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cistus palmensis is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist, sandy soil mix. It should be grown in full sun to partial shade and requires regular watering.
Where to Find Cistus palmensis
Cistus palmensis is native to Morocco.
Cistus palmensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cistus palmensis?
Cistus palmensis
What is the common name of Cistus palmensis?
Palmensis
What is the natural habitat of Cistus palmensis?
Tropical and subtropical dry broadleaf forests
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
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2606714: Based on the initial data import
Jean-Pierre Demoly (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Demoly' in the authors string.
Ángel Bañares Baudet (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bañares' in the authors string.