Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
hirtum
ID:
718168

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mill.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1768

Citation Micro:
Gard. Dict. ed. 8 : n.º 14 (1768)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000717501

Common Names

  • Hairy Rock Rose
  • Hairy Sun Rose
  • Hairy Rocky Mountain Sun Rose

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Description

Helianthemum hirtum (also called Hairy Rockrose, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5 m tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Helianthemum hirtum is an ornamental plant used in rock gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat digestive disorders, such as indigestion and constipation.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Helianthemum hirtum sub. bethuricum Rivas Goday ex Rivas Mart., T.E.Díaz & Fern.Gonz.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Helianthemum hirtum is a yellow disc floret, its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Helianthemum hirtum is a perennial shrub native to California. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-drained soil in a sunny location. For cuttings, take stem cuttings from the plant and place them in a pot with moist soil. Keep the soil moist and the cuttings should root in a few weeks.

Where to Find Helianthemum hirtum

Helianthemum hirtum can be found in the western Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, Morocco, and Algeria.

Helianthemum hirtum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Helianthemum hirtum?

Helianthemum hirtum

What is the common name of Helianthemum hirtum?

Hairy rockrose

What is the family of Helianthemum hirtum?

Cistaceae

Species in the Helianthemum genus

Helianthemum inaguae, Helianthemum sicanorum, Helianthemum sinuspersicum, Helianthemum aegyptiacum, Helianthemum aganae, Helianthemum aguloi, Helianthemum almeriense, Helianthemum angustatum, Helianthemum antitauricum, Helianthemum apenninum, Helianthemum asperum, Helianthemum assadii, Helianthemum baschkirorum, Helianthemum bickhamii, Helianthemum brachypodum, Helianthemum bramwelliorum, Helianthemum broussonetii, Helianthemum bystropogophyllum, Helianthemum canariense, Helianthemum canum, Helianthemum caput-felis, Helianthemum carmen-joanae, Helianthemum carolipaui, Helianthemum chihuahuense, Helianthemum cinereoflavescens, Helianthemum cinereum, Helianthemum citrinum, Helianthemum conchitae, Helianthemum concolor, Helianthemum confertum, Helianthemum conquense, Helianthemum coulteri, Helianthemum crassifolium, Helianthemum creticola, Helianthemum cretophilum, Helianthemum croceum, Helianthemum cuatrecasasii, Helianthemum cylindrifolium, Helianthemum dagestanicum, Helianthemum digeneum, Helianthemum doumerguei, Helianthemum ellipticum, Helianthemum eriocephalum, Helianthemum fontanesii, Helianthemum geniorum, Helianthemum georgicum, Helianthemum germanicopolitanum, Helianthemum getulum, Helianthemum glaucescens, Helianthemum golondrinum,

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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