Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
marifolium
ID:
718245

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mill.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1768

Citation Micro:
Gard. Dict. ed. 8 : n.º 24 (1768)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000717578

Common Names

  • Maritime Sun Rose
  • Maritime Rock Rose
  • Maritime Rocky Mountain Sun Rose

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Description

Helianthemum marifolium (also called Rock Rose, Sun Rose, or St. John's-wort, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Cistaceae. It is a low-growing, evergreen shrub with small, yellow flowers. It is native to the Mediterranean region and grows in dry, sunny places such as rocky hillsides and coastal cliffs.

Uses & Benefits

Helianthemum marifolium is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive yellow flowers and evergreen foliage. It is also used as a groundcover in rock gardens and for erosion control.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Helianthemum marifolium sub. molle (Cav.) G.López
Helianthemum marifolium sub. origanifolium (Lam.) G.López
Helianthemum marifolium sub. andalusicum (Font Quer & Rothm.) G.López
Helianthemum marifolium sub. cinerascens (Willk.) Malag.
Helianthemum marifolium sub. tomentosum (Willk.) Malag.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Helianthemum marifolium is a small, yellow, five-petaled flower. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, upright stem with a few small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Helianthemum marifolium is a low-growing evergreen shrub native to Europe. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Keep the cuttings moist until they have rooted.

Where to Find Helianthemum marifolium

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

Helianthemum marifolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Helianthemum marifolium?

Helianthemum marifolium

What is the common name of Helianthemum marifolium?

Marifolium Helianthemum

What is the natural habitat of Helianthemum marifolium?

Helianthemum marifolium is found in the Mediterranean region

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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