Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
inaguae
ID:
115922

Status:
valid

Authors:
Marrero Rodr., Gonz.-Mart. & Gonz.-Art.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Bot. Macaronés., IV, Ci. 22: 4 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000115251

Common Names

  • Sun Rose
  • Rock Rose
  • Rock-rose

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Description

Helianthemum inaguae (also called Inagua Rock-Rose, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to the Canary Islands. It has a rosette of leaves and produces yellow flowers. It typically grows in sunny, dry habitats such as rocky slopes and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Brachythecium myurelliforme is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover in landscaping. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Helianthemum inaguae flower is a small yellow star-shaped flower with a dark center. The seeds are small and black and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Helianthemum inaguae is a perennial plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn, and the plants should be spaced about 30 cm apart. Cuttings can also be taken from the stems and planted in a moist soil mix. Water regularly and fertilize every few weeks.

Where to Find Helianthemum inaguae

Helianthemum inaguae can be found in the Canary Islands.

Helianthemum inaguae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Helianthemum inaguae?

Helianthemum inaguae

What is the common name of Helianthemum inaguae?

Inagua rockrose

What is the habitat of Helianthemum inaguae?

Dry, sunny areas of the Canary Islands

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,

References

Águedo Marrero Rodriguez (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Marrero Rodr.' in the authors string.
Manuel González-Martín (b.1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gonz.-Mart.' in the authors string.
Francisco González-Artiles (1913-1990): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gonz.-Art.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:986992-1: Based on the initial data import