Status:
valid
Authors:
Pomel
Source:
cmp
Year:
1875
Citation Micro:
Nouv. Mat. Fl. Atl. 2: 350 (1875)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000717659
Common Names
- Pergamon Sun Rose
- Pergamon Rock Rose
- Pergamon Rocky Mountain Sun Rose
Synonyms
- Helianthemum halimioides Pomel [unknown]
- Helianthemum pilosum pergamaceum (Pomel) Maire [unknown]
- Helianthemum obtusatum Pomel [unknown]
- Helianthemum pergamaceum obtusatum (Pomel) Raynaud [unknown]
- Helianthemum pergamaceum virescens (Maire) Raynaud [unknown]
Description
Helianthemum pergamaceum (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 pergamaceum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and wounds.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Helianthemum pergamaceum sub. camillei Raynaud
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Helianthemum pergamaceum is yellow, with five petals. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Helianthemum pergamaceum is a low-growing evergreen shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It is easy to propagate from cuttings taken in late summer or early autumn. The cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a well-drained soil mix. They should be kept moist until they have rooted. Once established, Helianthemum pergamaceum can be propagated by division of the clumps.
Where to Find Helianthemum pergamaceum
Helianthemum pergamaceum can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, Italy, and Greece.
Helianthemum pergamaceum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Helianthemum pergamaceum?
Helianthemum pergamaceum
What is the common name of Helianthemum pergamaceum?
Purple Rock Rose
What is the natural habitat of Helianthemum pergamaceum?
Rocky slopes and cliffs, dry grassland and scrub
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,